Messi move to MLS: Lionel Messi is on the verge of being a free agent at the end of the 2022-23 football season as his contract ends with PSG.
The Argentine returned to PSG being a World Cup champion and finally ending his long wait for the Golden Trophy.
With his return, he has not been in full flow but remains an integral part of Galtier’s side. Messi’s contract ends at the end of the season and talks on a new-deal have not taken place yet.
Tim Howard says Lionel Messi is coming to MLS 👀 pic.twitter.com/Ww7Axtsqa9
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) May 26, 2022
This may leave Messi with rare options outside as a move back to Barcelona seems impossible now following no good relations with the current Board and Laporte.
Lionel’s free agency could see him make a move to the much-publicized Major League Soccer. Hence, we look at 3 MLS clubs that Messi can sign for next season.
Inter Miami CF
There were earlier reports of Messi joining Inter Miami at the end of the season in a deal which could make him the highest paid player in MLS history.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are nearing a deal to make him the highest-paid player in MLS history, per @TimesSport pic.twitter.com/Ou5BxoyWN4
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 27, 2022
Phil Neville’s side are yet to win the competition so far and Messi’s presence could strengthen their title challenge.
Los Angeles FC
Los Angeles FC is another option for Messi as he looks to add his magic touch to the land of United States of America.
The Argentina lad has every chance of joining the 2022 MLS champions once his contract ends with PSG.
LAFC can help in persuading the PSG player to America owing to their success in the MLS last season.
EXCLUSIVE: @LAFC has signed the largest naming rights agreement in MLS history for a soccer-specific stadium.
At roughly $10 million per year, BMO Financial has signed a 10-year partnership worth ~$100 million total pic.twitter.com/1IzvzN5YZi
— Sportico (@Sportico) January 19, 2023
LA Galaxy
LA Galaxy is always in search of top signings from Europe and this could be another one in their kitty.
From David Beckham, Javier Hernandez to Messi; it could all be just working for LA Galaxy.
The team last won the MLS in 2014 and since have not been at their best. Messi’s former team-mate, Puig suggested the Argentine could make a move to USA.
🏆Exactly 1 month ago,Lionel Messi & Argentina won the World Cup in Qatar.#ArgentinaCampeondelMundo pic.twitter.com/zX2XUUGNEH
— FIFA World Cup Stats (@alimo_philip) January 18, 2023
Messi’s arrival could boost their title challenge after falling short in the Quarter-Final stage last season to eventual champions, LAFC.
