5 Top Players Who Moved To Inter Miami Before Lionel Messi Joined

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YOGYAKARTA - Lionel Messi has become a new idol in the United States (US) football competition after joining the Inter Miami club. The club owned by England football legend David Beckham often brings in classy players from Europe. So who are the top players who move to Inter Miami?

Lionel Messi's return to Inter Miami was quite surprising for football lovers. It was rumored that he would play at Al Hilal Saudi Arabia and return to Barcelona, this rival Cristiano Ronaldo chose to step on the green grass in the US. Messi's presence was Beckham's move to bring Inter Miami into a new force in the MLS league.

Lionel Messi became the umpteenth player David Beckham brought to Inter Miami. So who are the famous players to move to Inter Miami?

Inter Miami is one of the clubs that many top players have targeted after quitting their appearance in leagues in Europe. Before Lionel Messi, there had been a number of well-known players in the Inter Miami uniform.

Here's a list of top players who have performed with Inter Miami:

Gonzalo Higuain appeared early with Inter Miami long before compatriot Lionel Messi joined. The Argentine striker was recruited by Inter Miami on September 18, 2020.

Higuain plays for Beckham's club on a 2-year contract. Although he is not old enough, Gonzalo Higuain chose to continue his football career in Uncle Sam's country.

Former Arsenal player Kieran Gibbs also became a European player anchored at Inter Miami. Gibbs decided to leave the English club West Bromwich Albion, to join Inter Miami in 2021. The Gunners team' academy-building player played for Inter Miami to fill the back line.

Blaise Matuidi is no longer visible on the European football scene because he chose to play in MLS. This French star player joined Inter Miami since 2020 after leaving Juventus. Matuidi was brought in to strengthen Inter Miami's midfield.

Matuidi played for Inter Miami during his 1 year contract. But now Matuidi has been hanging up his boots since January 1, 2023. Matuidi ended his career on the gridiron in the Heron uniform. Matuidi's name will always be remembered as one of the brilliant players who has made many trophies with the clubs he defended.

Another top player who also wore Inter Miami first was Ryan Shawcross. This England international spent his career in Europe with Stoke City from 2008 to 2021. Ryan is known as a tough defender and strong in guarding his club's defense stronghold. Even as a defender, he was able to score 22 goals for Stoke City.

After parting ways with Stoke City, Ryan Shawcross accepted Inter Miami's offer to appear in the MLS league. Ryan is trusted to strengthen Inter Miami's backline with his expertise in dispelling the enemy.

Leonardo Campana is one of the top players to join Inter Miami. Campana officially wears Inter Miami starting January 2023 on a 5-year contract. Campana will be Messi's play partner to pursue the top of the MLS league standings. While playing for Miami, Campana has scored 15 goals and two assists.

Those are a number of star players who moved to Inter Miami before Lionel Messi joined. Lionel Messi's performance has been eagerly awaited by Miami supporters and MLS league fans.

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