Argentina Legend Opens Up on Why Messi Is Moving to Inter Miami

Argentina Legend Opens Up on Why Messi Is Moving to Inter Miami

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
June 25, 2023 at 8:34 AM
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  • Juan Sebastian Veron has explained why Messi joined Inter Miami
  • On multiple occasions, Messi has expressed his attraction to the idea of playing in the United States and experiencing the vibrant Miami lifestyle alongside his family
  • He owns a vacation home in South Florida and frequently visits the area

Argentine football legend Juan Sebastián Verón has shared his thoughts on Lionel Messi's move to MLS club Inter Miami.

After spending nearly two decades in Europe playing for Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, Messi made a sensational transfer to the United States.

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Lionel Messi is expected to make his Inter Miami debut later next month. Photo credit: @FabrizioRomano/Twitter @brfootball/Twitter
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While he had the option to return to Barcelona or pursue a lucrative deal in Saudi Arabia, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner chose to join Inter Miami, BBC reports

Veron, analyzing Messi's decision, hinted that his compatriot opted for a less demanding path among the various enticing offers he had received.

“At this moment, from what he says, look for peace of mind, although it will be difficult, less demanding at the end of his career,” he told SPORT as quoted by Daily Post.

Bale speaks on MLS

Buttressing Veron's claims, Gareth Bale, who called time on his career at 33, suggested that there is less pressure in the MLS due to the teams being more accepting of losses, Sports Brief reported.

Bale's comments come in response to Messi's move to the United States after the latter concluded his two-year stint with Paris Saint-Germain.

The Welsh international reflected on the contrasting dynamics between European and American soccer leagues, highlighting the MLS as a destination where players may experience a less demanding environment.

Messi's anticipated Inter Miami debut

Sports Brief also reported that Lionel Messi could play his first game for his new team Inter Miami on July 21.

The 2022 World Cup winner, who turned 36 on June 24, is expected to make his first appearance at DRV PNK Stadium in the League Cup match against Liga MX side Cruz Azul.

DRV PNK Stadium has a capacity of only 18,000, and demand to watch Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain in action in the flesh will far outstrip supply.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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