"Messi is going to change the league in the United States"

Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar spoke about his former teammate Lionel Messi in an interview with 'ESPN' and said the Argentinian could be a turning point for Major League Soccer.
2 years ago
Lionel Messi has signed for Inter Miami despite rumours of a return to Barcelona. His former teammate Neymar revealed that he had already spoken to the Argentinian about his decision before it became official.
Furthermore, the Brazilian spoke about Messi's future in an interview with 'ESPN' and said he believes the 35-year-old could make several changes to Major League Soccer.
"I'm certain that Leo [Messi] is going to change the league in the United States. I believe the league will become a lot more popular. So everyone has to take advantage and enjoy watching him because unfortunately nothing lasts forever," he said.
"I'm sad and happy at the same time. I already knew. Messi is one of my best friends, a gift that football has given me. I had the opportunity to get to know him, to play with him and then, to build a beautiful friendship.
"So, I knew that he wanted to come here [Miami], and we spoke about it. I told him he was going to be very happy in the city, because of the style of life, the opportunity to come and live and play here in Miami," he concluded.
Furthermore, the Brazilian spoke about Messi's future in an interview with 'ESPN' and said he believes the 35-year-old could make several changes to Major League Soccer.
"I'm certain that Leo [Messi] is going to change the league in the United States. I believe the league will become a lot more popular. So everyone has to take advantage and enjoy watching him because unfortunately nothing lasts forever," he said.
"I'm sad and happy at the same time. I already knew. Messi is one of my best friends, a gift that football has given me. I had the opportunity to get to know him, to play with him and then, to build a beautiful friendship.
"So, I knew that he wanted to come here [Miami], and we spoke about it. I told him he was going to be very happy in the city, because of the style of life, the opportunity to come and live and play here in Miami," he concluded.
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