Inter Miami coach Gerardo 'Tata' Martino stated, 'Vinícius Júnior probably has the merit [of being the best last season], although if you ask me who is the best right now, it's Messi.' This highlights Martino's respect for Vinícius' achievements while affirming Messi's enduring excellence.
Veteran defender Jordi Alba expressed his surprise at Messi's omission from the Ballon d'Or nominations, declaring, 'He continues to make a difference, he is the best in the world without a doubt when being at the highest level.' This underscores Alba's belief in Messi's ongoing impact in football.
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