Lionel Messi has not yet thought about retirement and age will not be a determining factor in his decision to end his playing career. The 36-year-old said he would call time on his career only when he feels he is unable to contribute or loses his enjoyment for the game.

Messi’s reasoning

“I know that the moment I feel that I am no longer performing, I am no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates [I will retire],” Messi said in an interview with the Big Time podcast released on Wednesday, reports Xinhua.