Messi 2014 Updated Edition: The Inside Story of the Boy Who Became a Legend

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Lionel Messi, Argentina's heir to Maradona and Barcelona FC golden boy, is still only 25 and arguably the greatest footballer of all time, having won the FIFA Ballon d'Or an unprecedented four times in a row. He is fast, elusive and mesmerising. Luca Caioli draws on numerous exclusive testimonies to tell Messi's story, including his parents and extended family, his coaches, people who have played alongside him and even Messi himself. Messi is a revealing portrait of football's most exciting and talented star, updated to include the electrifying 2012 season in which the humble young sportsman rewrote the record books to the delight of fans across the globe.

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Fully revised and absorbing ... a portrait of a young man who overcame a childhood dogged by health problems to become a global superstar. * Choice Magazine *
Very thorough, with author Luca Caioli racking up the air miles in pursuit of those who've seen Messi grow. * Sport Magazine *

Author Bio

Luca Caioli is the bestselling author of Ronaldo and Torres. A renowned Italian sports journalist, he lives in Spain corresponding for SKY Italia and Corriere della Sera.