Former Argentina midfielder Hector Enrique has insisted that Barcelona's Lionel Messi will never be at the same level as Diego Maradona.
It has long been debated whether Messi, 26, is the greatest player in history, but Enrique believes that Maradona stands alone.
"Messi does not have anything on Maradona. I love Messi and I would be happy if my son would play at one percent of his abilities but Maradona was unique," Enrique told Continental.
"There will never be anyone like Maradona again, not even if Messi wins three World Cups in succession or scores a bicycle kick from midfield.
"Maradona and Messi have different characters on the pitch. Diego radiated confidence and made all of us play better. Messi has personality as well, but not like Maradona."
Enrique made 11 appearances for his county between 1986 and 1989.
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Matt Law
Matt Law
