“Be Part of the History of This League” – Amid ‘Last Dance’ Rumors With Barcelona, Lionel Messi Urged to Follow David Beckham’s MLS Path to Join Inter Miami

This year’s domestic season is about to end, and Lionel Messi must make a decision regarding his future. The player is reportedly the subject of transfer speculation, as his contract with PSG expires in June. Due to this, rumors regarding his transfer have ignited, with several teams interested in signing the veteran.

One such team is David Beckham’s Inter Miami. The MLS side has been a long-term suitor of the Argentine superstar and is keen to bring him to America. A return to Barcelona is also on the cards. Moreover, he also got a nine-figure offer from a Saudi Arabian team, but the player is being urged to play in MLS. Messi recently got another petty request from a former teammate of Beckham, Carlos Ruiz.

Lionel Messi urged to follow the footsteps of David Beckham

Some fans want Messi to join the Florida-based club, with Ruiz being one of them. The former player opened up about La Pulga’s future. “I saw first hand the impact of Beckham when he came. After that of Andrea Pirlo, that of David Villa. Many famous players have passed through here and have made MLS marketing grow,” said Carlos while speaking to EFE.

“Bringing in a player like Messi is ambitious, also because of what it gives him as an image. I don’t see Messi bouncing around in different leagues around the world. I think the best thing for him is to bring his family to Miami, live in the United States, and be part of the history of this league,” added Ruiz.

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Ruiz is keen to see Messi at his former teammates’ club, as he believes it would be an ideal move for the striker. Earlier, the MLS commissioner, Don Garber, also expressed his wish to be creative in landing the 35-year-old in MLS. However, nothing has been said by Messi regarding his future, but there are strong rumors of him going back to Barcelona for the last dance.

Last dance with Barcelona?

While the rumors surrounding Messi continue to grow, the player is touted to go back to where it all began for him. The Argentinian skipper is being tipped to join Barcelona after an emotional break-up from the club. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner has been urged to go for a last dance, by his former teammate, Xavi.

The present Barcelona coach recently said he would love to see the club legend return someday. “Of course, I love Messi, seen him grow up. Everyone would like to see a Last Dance like Michael Jordan.” However, the Spanish coach revealed it won’t be easy to bring him back.

“We are obviously at the mercy of financial fair play. But I think what it will depend on most is the wishes of Leo,” he added. The gaffer is quite keen to bolster his attacking ranks. But it is still a decision that Messi needs to make. Nevertheless, where do you think Messi will play? Let us know in the comments.

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