Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has picked Lionel Messi as the most difficult player he has ever faced.

The England international referred to Messi as the 'best.'

In a recent interview (via @centregoals on X), the interviewer asked Alexander-Arnold to pick the most difficult player he has encountered in his career.

The right-back said, "Messi." "Only the best."

Messi is largely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.

The Argentina forward has won multiple trophies, including the World Cup, Copa América, and the UEFA Champions League.