He betrays England, the promise that confesses his admiration for Lionel Messi

Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer has joined the long list of footballers who have expressed their admiration for Lionel Messi. In a recent interview with GOAL, the England international revealed his preference for the Argentine superstar.

In a game where he had to choose between various footballing greats, including Wayne Rooney, Toni Kroos, and Kylian Mbappé, Palmer ultimately selected Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the final two. When pushed to choose between the duo, the Chelsea star was unequivocal: "Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? For me, it's always been Lionel Messi," Palmer stated. He also revealed that as a child, he dreamed of being like the Argentine.

Palmer's admiration for Messi is not new. In July 2024, during an interview with EA Sports, he was asked who he considered the greatest footballer of all time. His response was clear: "The obvious answer is Messi, because of the way he plays and all the individual awards he has won. He's simply the best player in history. Messi is clear for me."

Palmer's comments add to the growing consensus that Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. His exceptional skills, numerous accolades, and consistent performances at the highest level have solidified his place in football history.