Thiago Messi Nutmegs Dad Lionel Messi During His Inter Miami Unveiling: Video

• Thiago Messi nutmegged his dad Lionel Messi during his unveiling on Sunday night
• Thiago did the trick while his famous father was walking around DRV PNK Stadium
• Thousands of fans greeted Messi, who signed a contract to play for Inter Miami until 2025

Like father, like son.

Thiago Messi showed fans he’s got football talent as well, nutmegging his famous dad during his Inter Miami unveiling.

Lionel Messi was surprised, to say the least when a football suddenly went through his legs as he was walking inside DRV PNK Stadium.

Much to his amusement, it was his kid Thiago who was responsible for the trick.

Messi unveiled by Inter Miami

It was a happy occasion all around for Messi and his family as they were welcomed with open arms by his new MLS team.

He was introduced to a sold-out crowd on Sunday after signing a multiyear contract with Inter Miami the previous day, per Daily Mail.

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Coverage of his move to the United States has been intense, with the 36-year-old becoming the highest-profile signing to join Major League Soccer since David Beckham made the switch to LA Galaxy in 2007.

Messi addressed the crowd during the ceremony, saying:

"I'm sure we're going to have many wonderful experiences. I'm very much moved to be here in Miami, to be with you. I want to thank you, all of you, on behalf of my family, for the kindness that you have given me."

Beckham welcomes Messi

One guy who was delighted with Messi’s MLS move is David Beckham, per ESPN.

The Inter Miami co-owner, who was the first football star to join the U.S. football league in the prime of his career after spending most of it playing in Europe, said that he started his journey to build a new MLS team ten years ago.

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He dreamt of bringing the best players to Miami, and his wish finally came true with the arrival of Messi.

Beckham spoke of his joy in bringing one of the greatest players in the world to his club, saying:

“Please forgive me for feeling a little bit emotional tonight. It truly is a dream come true to welcome Lionel Messi to Inter Miami ... Bienvenido a La Familia."

Inter Miami player salaries

Sports Brief recently reported on the salaries of Inter Miami players.

Messi leads the list, with the MLS team paying him $54 million.

Forward Josef Martinez makes an estimated $4 million per season.