Marcus Thuram Recalls Borrowing Boots from Lionel Messi During Barcelona Training
Inter Milan forward Marcus Thuram shares a memorable incident from 2008 when he borrowed football boots from Lionel Messi during a Barcelona training session.
Inter Milan's forward, Marcus Thuram, recently recounted a memorable experience from 2008 involving Lionel Messi. At that time, Thuram's father, Lilian Thuram, was playing for Barcelona, and young Marcus often accompanied him to training sessions.
On one occasion, Marcus forgot to bring his football boots to the training ground. Distressed by the oversight, he was approached by Messi, who generously offered him a pair of his own boots. Marcus noted that Messi was the only player whose shoe size closely matched his, making the gesture even more fortuitous.
After the training session, Marcus shared the story with a friend, who was astonished by the encounter. Wanting to share the unique experience, Marcus offered the boots to his friend. Reflecting on the incident, Marcus expressed some regret about parting with such a special memento, acknowledging that he now wishes he had kept the boots as a cherished keepsake.