Messi or Ronaldo? — Ballon d'Or favourite Dembele chooses GOAT with simple answer

The debate surrounding the greatest footballer of all time is one that has raged on for over a decade. Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi?

Both legends have amassed unparalleled success, individually and collectively.

Messi is an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and has been decisive for Argentina, winning two Copa America titles and the World Cup.

Ronaldo, meanwhile, has etched his name in history as the Champions League's all-time top scorer (140) goals, the first footballer to score over 900 official goals, and a five-time Ballon d'Or winner.

Speaking on the GOAT debate, Dembele said;

“I grew up watching FC Barcelona, so naturally [it’s] Lionel Messi. For me, he’s the greatest.

"He’s a player who inspires me, he’s unique! I’m very happy and proud to have played with him."

Dembele played with Messi at Barcelona from 2017 to 2021, and took on a more prominent role when th Argentine left the club in the summer of 2021.

The PSG man has had an excellent run since then, moving to PSG, transforming his game and leading the French giants to UEFA Champions League glory.