Would Kevin De Bruyne Choose Ronaldo Over Messi? The Manchester City Midfielder Speaks His Mind
In a surprise answer, Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has revealed which of the two all-time greats he’d rather play with – Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi. And, much to the dismay of City fans, it’s not the Argentine maestro!
When asked about playing alongside one of the two superstars, De Bruyne gave a candid response, explaining that he’d prefer to partner up with Cristiano Ronaldo, citing the Portuguese forward’s more straightforward, striker-like qualities. "I would probably say Ronaldo because he’s more of a typical striker. Messi is still more of a playmaker. I am a playmaker, you can give me a striker."
This choice might seem counterintuitive, given De Bruyne’s admiration for Messi’s vision and midfield playmaking capabilities. However, his honesty highlights the importance of having a focal point in the game, someone who can absorb the attention of the opposition and create space for his teammates to thrive. In this sense, Ronaldo’s more direct, goal-scoring threat could be the perfect foil for De Bruyne’s creative prowess.
Opinions on who’s the better player are increasingly divided, with some arguing that Messi’s underappreciated in his role, while others claim Ronaldo’s unparalleled goal-scoring prowess makes him the more effective player. Regardless, both have dominated the Beautiful Game for over a decade and a half, amassing an astonishing 79 trophies and 12 Ballons d’Or between them.
Their on-field rivalry, though often described as friendly, has been nothing short of a masterclass in elite competition. It’s a realization that De Bruyne alluded to when discussing the benefits of playing with Ronaldo, "They force each other to raise their game, you know? They’re always on the same level, and that’s what makes them so special."
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