Paul Pogba, who is considered to be a possible future FIFA Ballon d'Or winner, has now revealed that he received some advice from Lionel Messi at this year's gala.
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The 22-year-old is one of Europe's hottest transfer targets, and has admitted he wants to lift the prestigious accolade.
He has now revealed that Messi gave him some advice at the recent awards ceremony, at which both stars were named in the FIFA Team of the Year, although he did not go into detail as to what they spoke about.
"Messi gave me advice when we spoke," Pogba told Telefoot.
"I never expected to reach this level this early in my career, but I am not a star yet.
"I want to become the best in the world. I am not playing football to become second best.
"It is my dream to win the Ballon d'Or one day."
Messi claimed his fifth Ballon d'Or in January, while Pogba had to settle for 15th place.
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The French midfielder has helped Juventus to three consecutive Serie A titles and has been instrumental once again this season.
The Bianconeri struggled at the beginning of the campaign, but have now reclaimed top spot on the log after winning 15 league matches in a row.
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