The Argentine's hat trick in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over Granada meant that he went two goals clear of the former top scorer, with 234 strikes in 314 official appearances for the Blaugrana. His achievement has attracted praise from across the footballing world..
Messi affirmed that he could not believe his new status as Barca's highest scorer, although he added that every goal for the Catalan giants meant just as much to him.
"The truth is that I am overjoyed. I never dreamed that one day I could be Barcelona's top scorer," 'La Pulga' confided in an interview with Ole published on Thursday. "I don't know if it was my best goal. When a game finishes, the first goal I scored for Barcelona, just like the last one and just like all the others, they are all very special to me."
Messi went on to praise Barcelona for all the support in his formative years, and explained that he could think of no better way to show his gratitude for what the club has done for him since arriving from Rosario as a child.
"I have always wanted to repay Barcelona for all they have done for me. It makes me very proud to be part of the club's history. I could not have done this without the support of my companions," the ever-modest star stated.
Messi will have the chance to further add to his tally today, when Barcelona takes on Mallorca.
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