As early as the summer of 2023, when the great Argentine player Lionel Messi concluded his tenure at Paris Saint-Germain after two years in the French capital, Barcelona was rumored to be interested in making a transfer with none other than Messi.

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Because he was resolute about not renewing his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, he was prepared to start a new (and maybe much older) chapter in his professional career. Moreover, despite the fact that Barcelona did everything in their power to persuade him, including discussing the matter in public, the transfer did not take place.

Inter Miami and Al-Hilal were the two teams who were left in the running for Leo’s signing, and in the end, the fantastic offer that the former made was sufficient to convince him to sign with them.

Since then, the number of people watching Major League Soccer has increased by a few hundreds, and Inter Miami has followed suit by placing the rates of their tickets at an extremely high value.

Messi’s debut in the United States has also had a lot of other American celebrities talking. These celebrities include superstars from other sports who have traveled to see Miami games, including one of the greatest athletes of all time, LeBron James.

LeBron James recently discussed the trade in an interview, and the following is what he had to say about it: “Seeing the GOAT of soccer, Lionel Messi, grace the Major League Soccer with his greatness is a game-changer for us.”

According to the megastar player for the Los Angeles Lakers, “His arrival not only elevates the league, but it also inspires a new generation of soccer fans in our country.”

The conversation then moved on to Messi’s legacy and career, during which he again made a statement about his talent.

I have nothing but affection and respect for Messi because he has achieved what he has, which is a level of devotion, work ethic, and brilliance that is unmatched by anyone else. I hope that everything works out well for him.

Messi has already led Miami to their very first prize in their whole history, which was the Leagues Cup, which they won against Nashville on penalties. Over the course of this seven-game stretch, he contributed ten goals and one assist.

Subsequently, he was responsible for two goals that were scored against Cincinnati in the final of the United States Open Cup, which Miami ultimately succeeded in winning on penalties.