Alexis Sanchez gives his verdict on Lionel Messi after Manchester United’s defeat by Barcelona

Manchester United attacker Alexis Sanchez says Leo Messi’s brilliance came as no surprise to him. Sanchez played alongside him at Barcelona before joining Arsenal. The Argentine curled a delightful effort beyond David De Gea to send Barcelona on their way and Sanchez was quick to laud his effort. The Chilean said: “The truth is that the first goal was a very nice goal. Leo is Leo, we all know what we can do. It's the same as always. Leo, he is very happy at Barca. He maintains this high level of performance and the team is also playing well." Sanchez’s former side Barcelona beat Manchester United with a 4-0 aggregate to secure their place In the Champions League semi-finals.

Source- The Mirror

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