Emi Martinez provides straightforward response when asked if any player from the future can replace Lionel Messi

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez recently provided a straightforward response when asked who will replace Lionel Messi in the future.

The Aston Villa goalkeeper thinks there will be no one like the Argentina captain in the future. Speaking about Messi, Martinez said during his visit to Kolkata “Leo Messi is the best player and therell be no one like him in the future.”

Lionel Messi recently helped Argentina become the world champions. The 36-year-old scored seven goals and provided three assists during the tournament and also won the Golden Ball.

Many believe it marked the crowning moment of his career. However, apart from the World Cup, Messi has also won several other honors during his career, including seven Ballon dOrs.

Hence, it shouldnt come as a surprise that Martinez thinks Messi will be irreplaceable in the future.