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Retired Spanish star Thiago Alcantara expressed his full belief that… Pedri is the best midfielder in the world Currently, praising the exceptional influence and great talent of the young star Lamin Yamal, emphasizing that he is always making a difference.
Alcantara, who was part of coach Hansi Flick’s coaching staff last season, spoke about his football career and lavished praise on Blaugrana pair Pedri and Lamine Yamal in addition to the German coach.
Thiago Alcantara said: “The good thing about my recent retirement is that I still had the right rhythm to train with them. In the training mini-games, Lamine Yamal makes the difference and you know very well that the team he is on is sure to win. He is now playing well in the World Cup and has made a radical change in the Spanish national team in the years to come.”
The former star of “Barcelona” added: “Football has become more dependent on the physical aspect because they are able to make very quick decisions. He is a very mature guy and living the life he deserves. He is the one who will decide whether he will play at the highest levels or move on with his life. Flamen Yamal already has this aura surrounding the stars.”
During the interview, Alcantara referred to another name in this friendly dialogue, which was technical director Hansi Flick, where he said: Thiago did not forget to praise other notable names in coaching such as Pep Guardiola, Luis Enrique and Klopp among others.
Rio Ferdinand ended the conversation by asking him to pick the best midfield of the moment, so Thiago Alcantara chose the trio of Declan Rice, Vitinha and Pedri.
Thiago explained his choice by saying: “Declan Rice plays better in the No.8 position, but I reserve this position for Pedri because he is the best midfielder in the world. I trained with him as a player and then as a coach,” likening the Canary player to star Andres Iniesta.
