Legend Totti unexpectedly "flirts" with Messi
Recently, Legend Francesco Totti shared interesting things about Lionel Messi.
The transfer market has become "hotter" than ever when a series of shocking news were revealed by the press. After the series of sensational "blockbuster" events of Ronaldo joining Juventus, the Hazard and Real deal, to Barca suddenly "stealing" Malcom from AS Roma, causing the football world to be shaken.
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| Totti expressed his excitement if Messi joined AS Roma. |
Both angry and humiliated, the Serie A representative's leadership continuously criticized Barca. From AS Roma's sporting director to President James Palotta, they expressed their indignation at the actions of the reigning La Liga champions. He even wanted Messi to agree to forgive Barca:
"Barcelona have apologised to us, but I do not accept their apology. The only way for us to accept forgiveness is if they agree to give Messi to AS Roma".
Recently, in an interview with Italian media, the legend and Director of AS Roma shared some surprising things when this issue was mentioned. Accordingly, the former Azzurri star was extremely excited and ready to welcome the Argentine striker.
"If Messi really joins AS Roma, I will go to the airport to pick him up.I will give the legendary number 10 shirt to Leo","The Prince of Rome" could not hide his love for the Barcelona superstar.
Totti's statements must have made the home fans extremely satisfied. After Ronaldo arrived at the "Old Lady of Turin", there would be nothing better than if Messi followed suit and joined the Olimpico team. Not only promoting the club's brand, the number 10 striker also helps Roma compete for titles with rivals.
Totti also revealed that his son is a die-hard fan of Leo. This is not the first time the former Italian star has publicly expressed his affection for Messi in front of the media. At the international sports conference in Dubai in December 2017, the Roma legend also praised the 31-year-old striker. He even said that "La Pulga" is the number 1 player in the world.
"Ronaldo, Messi and Neymar are aliens in football. In my opinion, Messi is the best in the world, but don't tell this to Cristiano Ronaldo,"Totti commented.