Expecting great things from great players is not a crime. Lionel Messi’s arrival has been the best event for American soccer and its future. But every good thing comes at a price. Lionel Messi, coming to MLS, would have been with an aim to benefit both the league and the player. The conversation among soccer stars highlighted a unique aspect of Lionel Messi’s inclusion in the Argentina squad. The possibility of Messi’s authority over choosing what he does was discussed recently.

The MLS has reached its center stage. With Inter Miami on the blink of falling off the wall, the expectations of the fans and the team is to see Lionel Messi play the rest of matches. Right from ticket prices to sponsorship deals MLS looks ready for Messi’s magic in their League.

Lionel Messi picking matches says American icon

Messi’s recent call-up to the Argentina national squad surprised many people. After being out from injury for the past month, Messi has only played 37 minutes for Inter Miami. The Argentine is now ready to fit into the squad, but doubts remain about his place in the playing eleven. But recently, former American striker Hercules Gomez said, “Messi’s going to pick and choose when he plays, and I’m fine with that.”

Former Colombian player Sebastian Salazar on ESPN’s Futbol Americas asked Gomez if Messi not playing against Chicago was a big deal. Gomez did not hesitate to say that Messi was the master of decision-making. Gomes said, “Messi is going to shoot his shot.” and that would have been the agreement with MLS and Inter Miami and the sponsors.

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Gomez focused on the fact that the World Cup winner would decide where, when, and how he plays. The former Seattle player who played in the MLS for a few seasons also clarified that it should not be an issue. However, Messi surprised Gomez with the value he brought to his teammates.

Messi effect is real, says Hercules Gomez

Lionel Messi decides about his games and travel, but he amazed Gomez with his influence on national teams. Facundo Farias, an Inter Miami midfielder, was newly selected for Argentina’s squad, which surprised Gomez, who called it the Messi effect. Gomez continued, “In the three years since he debuted in the first division of Argentina, he has never been called up. All of a sudden, as Messi’s teammate.”

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Gomez said players who play with Messi shine brighter and have more visibility. The Messi effect is a platform for MLS players, and many would agree with the former American star. Lionel Messi’s full recovery is not confirmed yet, but his comeback is necessary for both teams. What are your thoughts on Inter Miami without Messi?