Guardiola could build Man City around Messi, says Rivaldo
The HinduPep Guardiola could rebuild his Manchester City team around Lionel Messi if the Argentine gets his wish and leaves Barcelona, according to former Nou Camp great Rivaldo. READ | Rivaldo hopes the two parties can reach a compromise but while he would be sad to see Messi leave Barcelona after almost two decades, during which he has helped the club win 10 La Liga titles and four Champions Leagues, he thinks City would be a good choice. RELATED| “He has deep knowledge of Messi's abilities and would find a solution to quickly incorporate him into the team and get the best from him,” Brazilian Rivaldo, who was at Barcelona from 1997-2002, said. “His talent can make the difference at any place and at any time, and I'm sure he could produce match-winning performances in the Premier League.” Rivaldo says new Barca manager Ronald Koeman will build from “almost nothing” if Messi and Luis Suarez both leave.