Barcelona star Leo Messi had a big influence on Giovani Lo Celso's move to Real Betis last summer, it has been revealed.
The Argentine midfielder is on a season-long loan from PSG and has been a revelation for Betis this term.
Le Parisien says when Betis first made their offer, Lo Celso sought the advice of Messi about the club and the LaLiga in general.
Messi was full of praise for Betis and told Lo Celso his style of play would be ideal for the local competition.
And his prediction has proved right with Lo Celso playing his way to a permanent deal with Betis this season.