Zlatan Ibrahimović names one of Lionel Messi’s sons as his “heir”

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Messi recently visited India!
One of the best strikers of our generation, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has once again garnered attention off the field. This time, the Swedish legend gained notoriety for a remark about Messi’s family that swiftly went viral on social media.
The legendary striker, who made his mark at teams like Man United, Milan, PSG, Juventus, Inter, Barcelona, and many more, handed out awards in a youth event at Inter Miami and ultimately said something that excites everyone.
The youngest child of Lionel Messi, Ciro Messi, recently excelled in a Miami youth competition. The young football player, who is only seven years old, was the tournament’s top scorer while playing for them in the U8 division.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who handed out the top scorer award, publicly praised him. The Swede emphasised the child’s potential and was thrilled to be the one to present him with the award
Zlatan Ibrahimovic makes a bold statement about Ciro Messi

Following the award ceremony, Zlatan Ibrahimovic said something that swiftly gained popularity and was reposted on social media:
“If you want to see a miniature version of Messi, you have to see Ciro Messi. I’m glad to give him this award (Top Scorer); this kid will go far in the future.” said Ibrahimovic.
Ciro Messi has garnered recognition in the past. A recent video of him went viral when he scored a beautiful goal from a free kick. Unlike Lionel Messi, who is left-footed, he used his right leg, but he did it with amazing technique and personality.
As of right now, everything suggests that Messi surname will continue to make waves in the world of football.
How old is Ciro Messi?
He is seven years old.
Which youth side does he play for?
He plays for Inter Miami U8.
Is Ciro Messi the youngest in Messi’s family?
Among three, he is the youngest son.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.
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