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Barcelona forward Ferran Torres has given a detailed explanation defending his choice in the GOAT debate.
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Speaking on the GOAT debate, (via Marca) the Barcelona man could not hide his admiration for Ronaldo's longevity and ability to keep up with Messi all these years.
"I think Messi is the best in history and what he has done, I have not seen anyone do," said Ferran Torres.
"I haven't seen Maradona or Pelé, there was even Ronaldinho when I was very young, but Messi, to be there for 20 years, every year scoring 50 goals and 50 assists is crazy.
"But I also have to tell you that for me, Cristiano is a leader, an idol, because to compete with the best player in history, that has an incredible merit. Competing with him and taking the Ballon d'Or away from him."
Torres has struggled for Barcelona this season, tallying just 5 goals in 18 appearances.
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