consider these attributes.
set piece wizardry, close control, passing range, shooting technique, crossing, passing vision, off ball movement, first touch, skill moves, overall dribbling, 2 footedness.
I think Baggio, Henry, Maradona, Neymar, Figo, Cruyff are up there. more options as well but you guys go ahead
Lionel messi is not a complete attacker. 1)average ball receiver (that’s the reason he drops in midfield to receive ball at his feet) 2)weak right foot that makes him predictable while shooting for gk 3)also he is not a winger (more of a half space occupier)
He is one of the best player but it doesn’t mean he is flawless.