“We Are All Going to Want to Enjoy It” – After Luis Suarez Declined Potential Reunion, Ex-Teammate ‘Happy’ Over Lionel Messi’s $54 Million Decision

Last week, Lionel Messi sent waves into the soccer world after giving a major update on his future. The Argentinian announced his decision to play for MLS side Inter Miami. Many expected him to fancy other options, but it was David Beckham’s side that the playmaker chose.

Since then, everyone has been talking about his emphatic move to the United States. Not only the fans, but other soccer players and celebrities are also keen to see him in action. While others are speaking highly of his transfer, another superstar has also joined the bandwagon.

Uruguayan star praises Messi’s MLS decision

Seattle Sounders star Nicolás Lodeiro recently gave his thoughts on the potential transfer of Messi to Miami. While speaking to ESPN Uruguay, the 34-year-old said, “I am happy that the best player in the world and of all time is coming. That we have it here in the league… We are all going to want to enjoy it.”  The player is happy with Messi’s $54 million decision.

Just like others, Lodeiro is also looking forward to seeing one of the best player of all time in action. “Obviously if we play against him we will want to win, there is no doubt about that. But after all that Messi generates, that possibility of having the best player in the world with us is going to be very nice. Hopefully that can come true”, he added.

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The Uruguayan star says the move is quite beneficial for everyone who will get a chance to witness the best player in the world. Lodeiro, an ex-teammate of Messi’s best pal Luis Suarez, also insists he would like to beat Messi in the MLS campaign. It would be interesting to see how that goes. Speaking of which, Suarez surprisingly declined a potential reunion with Messi.

Luis Suarez declined a reunion with Lionel Messi

Following Messi’s transfer to Miami, his long-best friend Suarez was also linked with a move to join Beckham’s side. Several news outlets suggested that the MLS side was looking to link up the duo. However, Suarez has cleared up the air regarding the speculations and has spoken about the rumors. In a recent interview with Uruguayan newspaper El Observador, the former Liverpool striker insisted he’s happy at his current side, Gremio.

The 36-year-old has signed a contract with the Brazilian side until 2024 and wants to see the deal run down. Earlier, there were rumors of Messi linking up with Suarez at Gremio, but that tale ended before even starting after Miami’s announcement. Be that as it may, Suarez rejected a brilliant opportunity to have a reunion with his best bud.

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