Barcelona gave me everything, they took a chance on me when nobody else would. I never have any desire to play for anybody else, I will be here for a… - Lionel Messi

Money is not a motivating factor. Money doesn't thrill me or make me play better because there are benefits to being wealthy. I'm just happy with a ball at my feet. My motivation comes from playing the game I love. If I wasn't paid to be a professional footballer I would willingly play for nothing."

Allow yourselves to dream and then chase after those dreams. That will always require effort and sacrifice, but be persistent!”

Diego is Diego and for me he is the greatest player of all time. Even after a million years I am not even going to be close to Maradona. I have no intention of comparing myself with Maradona - I want to make my own history for something I have achieved.