Lionel Messi Makes David Beckham's Dream Come True

Inter Miami player, Lionel Messi. (Photo: Twitter/@InterMiamiFC)

JAKARTA - Lionel Messi officially became an Inter Miami player after signing a contract until 2025, Sunday, July 16.

Messi's arrival is considered to be the biggest boost in popularity for MLS since British star David Beckham, now co-owner of Inter Miami, joined the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2007.

He launched the Inter Miami team in 2020 after years of trying to find a location for the club's stadium.

"Ten years ago, when I started my journey to build a new team in Miami, I said that I dream of bringing the greatest player in the world to this amazing city," Beckham said in a statement.

"Players who have the same ambitions as I had when joining LA Galaxy to help grow football in the US and build a legacy for the next generation in this sport we love so much."

"Today the dream came true," he continued.

Beckham is proud to be able to sign Lionel Messi's caliber player. He admitted that he couldn't wait to see La Pulga playing in the Inter Miami jersey.

"I'm so proud that caliber player Leo joins our club... The next phase of our adventure starts here and I can't wait to see Leo take to the pitch," he said again.

Messi is expected to join Inter Miami on the pitch on Friday, July 21. The Inter Miami match against Cruz Azul in the League Cup could be the debut of the Argentine national team player.