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Lionel Messi dreamed of returning to FC Barcelona, but it wasn’t possible. So, he chose Inter Miami, thinking about his family’s needs and how winning the World Cup with Argentina affected his life. How Messi decided to join Inter Miami provides a new look at why he left Paris Saint-Germain, and it helps you see why his move to MLS made him happy.
WHY DID MESSI CHOOSE INTER MIAMI OVE BARCELONA?
Messi had planned to go back to Barcelona, his home club where he spent more than 20 years. But he couldn’t. So, he turned to Inter Miami after realizing a few things. Winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina—a lifelong dream—forced Messi and his family to take some time and think. They did not want to continue living in Europe, and other Middle Eastern clubs could not match Messi’s new needs. The player realized what else he needed in life and chose Inter Miami.
HOW DOES THE MOVE IMPACT INTER MIAMI?
The transfer has been great for both Inter Miami and Messi. Since joining the club, Messi has totally changed football in America. He has already scored four goals and provided two assists, and despite his age, still affects the game as he did in his prime career. Off the field, Messi has been tremendous for everyone in the MLS. The player has spread American soccer’s popularity, drawing fans from various countries, and grown the amount of viewers in the stadium as well.
WHAT DOES LIONEL MESSI WANT TO ACHIVE AT INTER MIAMI?
Speculations over his final career hurray have made news for the last few months, especially since Messi announced that he will stop playing on the global stage after Copa America next year. While fans envision seeing Messi in Barcelona colors in 2026, ahead of the newly renovated Camp Nou opening, there has been little news of it. Messi is focused on adding more momentum to this North American football legacy, and injuries have played little role in slowing the player down. Messi wants to ensure that his last moments with Inter Miami are as sweet as his early success in Major League Soccer.
