The Brazilian star Marcelo made notable statements about the Argentine star Lionel Messi and the comparison with the Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo, after spending many years alongside the latter at Real Madrid.

Marcelo, the highly skilled left-back, is considered the most decorated player in the history of the Royal Club with a total of 25 titles.

In his interview on Romario's channel, Marcelo did not hide his great admiration for Messi, affirming that he was the toughest player he faced in his career.

He said, "It was crazy, he's an extraordinary player, and I'm still looking for him to this day," referring to the difficulty of stopping him on the field.

The Brazilian star explained his artistic vision, pointing out that Messi possesses an exceptional ability to read the game. He knows in advance where to position himself, when to move, and how to act in every situation, which makes him a unique player.

In conclusion of his talk, Marcelo touched on the historical debate between Messi and Ronaldo, emphasizing that comparisons do not diminish the value of either player. He said, "We should enjoy what they have offered; we have watched them and continue to watch what they do... that's what matters most."