In an interview with his own country's television network, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner expressed satisfaction with his decision to go to North America.
" We made the right decision, and I am happy with it. Former Barcelona star Lionel Messi says he is eager to face the new challenge.
Despite his numerous accomplishments for club and country, the Rosario genius stated that he is still as eager as ever to give his all every time he steps onto the pitch.
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“My decision to play in America will not change my mentality and thinking. I will try to do the maximum for myself and my new club. I am going there to win” pic.twitter.com/uELiHEjZCJ
It is not going to change my mindset or my head, and I will continue to give the maximum to myself and the club, wherever I am," said the former PSG player.
Messi, perhaps the finest player in football history, reached the summit of the sport last year when he helped the Albiceleste win the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Messi also led his country, Argentina, to two Copa America titles and a Finalissima triumph. In advance of the 2026 World Cup, which the USA, Canada, and Mexico will host, Messi's relocation to North America would provide the region with a much-needed boost.
Lionel Messi’s decision to switch to the MLS will go down in football history as a watershed moment.
In anticipation of the arrival of the best player in the world to Miami, ticket prices skyrocketed through the roof as fans clamoured to catch a glimpse of one of the greatest sports personalities of all time.
Messi will be presented as an Inter Miami player in a special presentation event on Sunday at the DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.