Lionel Messi’s illustrious career at Barcelona, which began during his teenage years, was marked by unparalleled triumphs.
Lionel Messi’s journey has taken him from the historic grounds of Barcelona to the bustling streets of Paris, but it is his recent move to Inter Miami that has reignited his passion for the beautiful game. In a recent interview, Messi shared his thoughts on his transition to Major League Soccer (MLS), describing it as a refreshing departure from his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Since joining Inter Miami, Messi’s impact has been nothing short of extraordinary. With an impressive tally of nine goals in just six appearances, he has swiftly become a pivotal player for the MLS club. The Argentine superstar expressed his satisfaction with the move, emphasizing the stark contrast between his life in South Florida and his time in Paris, where he faced occasional criticism from sections of PSG’s fanbase.
Lionel Messi’s illustrious career at Barcelona, which began during his teenage years, was marked by unparalleled triumphs. Nevertheless, due to financial limitations, he was compelled to bid farewell to the club that had become his sanctuary. Amidst swirling speculations regarding a potential reunion with Barcelona or a venture into other leagues, Messi remained resolute in his choice to embrace the challenge of Major League Soccer (MLS).
“I didn’t want to leave [Barcelona] for PSG and that was an overnight decision. I wanted to stay in Barcelona, but I had to get used to a different place, a different place from the one I had lived in terms of the city,” Messi told reporters.
“It was difficult in Paris, but it is quite the opposite what is going on with me here and now,” he added.
“Estamos muy felices de poder haber cumplido el primer objetivo que era estar en los tres para la clasificación de la Concacaf Champions y ahora poder disputar una final.”
Leo Messi on joining the team and achieving our goal of making the Leagues Cup Final. pic.twitter.com/7DVZhCIcyM
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 17, 2023
“I chose coming here to this city, it was a decision that we made with time. We didn’t make this decision overnight, and that’s why everything is much easier. We are in the place we want to be and it was our decision, that’s why everything is much easier,” he said.
“The club is trying to grow, they are investing a lot in growing and trying to put together major changes to build a team that is a reference and wins titles. It would be impressive, awesome,” he concluded.
As he prepares for the Leagues Cup final against Nashville, Messi is on the verge of clinching his inaugural trophy with Inter Miami. The excitement surrounding his arrival in the United States has been overwhelming, as many anticipate that his presence will propel the sport to unprecedented heights.
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