Lionel Messi, a legendary football player, was linked with a move to Manchester City in 2020 but eventually signed with Paris Saint-Germain after leaving Barcelona. Messi wanted assurances that his friend and fellow Argentine player Sergio Aguero would remain at City before making the shift, but Pep Guardiola, City’s manager, was unable to guarantee it. As a result, Aguero left the club and signed for Barcelona. Instead of moving to City, Messi joined PSG and reunited with another former team-mate, Neymar. Guardiola later signed Erling Haaland as a replacement for Aguero.
During his time at Barcelona, Messi won numerous trophies, including the Champions League four times and the Club World Cup three times. He scored 672 goals in 778 appearances and won several personal accolades. Messi played under Guardiola at Barcelona, winning the Champions League twice and La Liga three times. However, he decided to leave Barcelona at the end of the 2020/21 season and joined PSG. His first season at PSG was challenging, but he gradually improved and left the club after winning the Ligue 1 title twice.
Currently, Messi is playing for Major League Soccer side Inter Miami. He has helped the team significantly by scoring 11 goals in 14 matches during the 2023 season. However, he recently suffered a hamstring injury that has kept him out of action for a few weeks. Jorge Mas, one of the co-owners of Inter Miami, explained that Messi chose Miami not just for economic reasons but also because of the city’s multicultural atmosphere. Miami is known for being a bilingual city with a large Hispanic population, making it an attractive location for Messi and his family.
Despite the initial interest from Manchester City, Messi’s decision to join Inter Miami has been beneficial for both him and the club. His presence has improved the team’s performance and attracted more attention to the Major League Soccer. Messi’s move to the MLS marks a new chapter in his illustrious career, and fans around the world are eager to see how he will continue to make a significant impact in the football world.
