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Leo Messi is a player that can do anything on the pitch. His extraordinary grasp of the game and experience could also propel him to the ranks of world-class managers.
Messi has played for excellent coaches with a variety of tactical philosophies throughout his career, including Pep Guardiola's tiki-taka, Luis Enrique's juego de posición, and the defensively solid Scaloneta.
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He's also had a few negative experiences with how not to construct a team to learn from, such as Quique Setien's stint at Camp Nou and the PSG circus.
Assume the Argentine retires in 2-3 years and returns to Barcelona as head coach (perhaps as the B Team head coach first, as Pep Guardiola did in 2007).
What players would Leo keep on his team?We already have Jordi Alba's long-term replacement on our team. Without a doubt, Messi would be thrilled to coach one of the world's top wing-backs.
Enzo Fernandez is a defensive midfielder.
Messi would adore having the best young player from the recent World Cup on his team.
"Enzo doesn't surprise me. I recognise him and see him train every day. "He deserves it because he's a fantastic player," Leo said throughout the event.
Sergio Busquets may find Enzo to be the ideal replacement. The 22-year-old is press-resistant, has a tremendous passing range, and, unlike Busi, has terrifying long shots. He'd be crucial for Leo's Barcelona team.
Gavi and Pedri are central midfielders.
A combination of inventiveness and combativenessWater is wet: every manager requires a high-scoring striker.
Robert Lewandowski will have gone or retired by the time Messi takes control. But Barcelona has already addressed the issue by adding Vitor Roque, who has been compared to the famous Ronaldo himself.
As a teenager, Messi idolised Ronaldo Nazario, and having a Ronaldo regen at Barcelona would suit him.
Lamine Yamal is a right winger from Algeria.
The 16-year-old is the most promising La Masia prospect and may be the closest thing to a young Messi.
Yamal like to play on the right and cut inside onto his best left foot, much like Messi did on his Barcelona debut.
Lamine's ability to generate chances will distinguish him as a star player and ensure a prolific goal scoring output.