Hulk is no Messi, says demoted Zenit star
- Published: 25 Sep 2012 at 01.48
- Online news: Sports
Zenit Saint Petersburg midfielder Igor Denisov has branded new signing Hulk a second-rate star after being demoted from the first team for speaking out about the Brazilian striker's lucrative contract.
Zenit Saint Petersburg midfielder Igor Denisov has branded new signing Hulk, pictured on September 14, a second-rate star after being demoted from the first team for speaking out about the Brazilian striker's lucrative contract.
"I would understand if we got (Argentine superstar Lionel) Messi or (Spanish midfielder Andres) Iniesta -- they probably deserve any price," said Russian captain Denisov.
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