Arrr, Lionel Messi be signin' a jersey 'pon a fan's request, as he spies the Inter Miami star waitin' at a traffic light!
2024-01-26
Avast ye scurvy dogs! When that scallywag Lionel Messi inked his name with Inter Miami, 'twas the dawn of a new age for MLS. Though he be nearin' the end of his footy days, Messi's voyage to the States swelled the hearts of many a landlubber.
In the world of Major League Soccer, Lionel Messi made a grand entrance last year when he decided to join Inter Miami. Fans scrambled to get their hands on Messi's Inter Miami jerseys, and games were sold out in no time. It was a chance for soccer enthusiasts in the U.S. to witness the brilliance of one of the greatest players in the world.Recently, Messi had a memorable encounter with a fan while waiting at a traffic light. The fan recognized him and requested an autograph. Despite being stuck in traffic, Messi eagerly agreed. In a moment of excitement, the fan threw an Argentina national team jersey towards Messi's car window, hoping for the champion to sign it. With a sharpie in hand, Messi graciously signed the jersey while car horns honked in the background.
Messi's contract with Inter Miami is rumored to be worth a staggering $50-$60 million annually, including a signing bonus and equity in the team. The upcoming 2024 MLS season will provide Messi with his first full season to showcase his skills at the highest level of professional soccer in the U.S. Last year, he only participated in a portion of the MLS season.
It's safe to say that Lionel Messi's arrival in Major League Soccer has been nothing short of a sensation. From selling out stadiums to signing autographs in traffic, the Argentinian superstar has brought a new level of excitement to the sport in the U.S. Fans eagerly await the start of the 2024 season to witness Messi's magic unfold on American soil.