The Manchester United captain recently became England's all time top scorer and the Argentina international has now showered The Three Lions captain with praises.
He hailed the former Everton man as a player who possesses "exceptional quality" and technical prowess. He also called him a "once in a generation player" and a unique talent.
The Manchester United and England captain scored his 50th goal for his country in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Switzerland, which saw him overtake fellow United and England great Bobby Charlton.
Messi, who like Rooney has not always been appreciated by his countrymen has now called on the English to appreciate Rooney's "exceptional quality".
He told The Mirror: "Wayne Rooney is for me a once in a generation player. One of those special players, who is not comparable to any other."
"There are many special players, but Rooney has exceptional quality and technical ability as well as being one of the strongest players I have faced with an exceptional work rate - there is nobody like him.
"Rooney is a winner. He will just be focused on success with England in the European Championship.
"I have always said the same is true of myself and Argentina —breaking caps and goals records mean nothing unless they come with trophies.
"Like I say, Wayne is a winner. It will always be the team first and personal records second."
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