Cesc Fabregas
He would have 'head-to-head' duels with Messi when they were in the same age group - but only one of them made it at Barcelona.
Cesc Fabregas chose one of Yamal's Barceloha and Spain teammates over the prodigious winger.
The former Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea midfielder is currently head coach of Serie A outfit Como.
Cesc Fabregas delivered an expert piece of analysis on Phil Foden.