In an interview with Mundo Deportivo, the Argentine star revealed why he rejected FC Barcelona. In the future, the seven-time Golden Ball winner is a teammate of Huuhkajie midfielder Robert Taylor.
Lionel Messi’s the transfer was confirmed to Inter Miami, which plays in the North American MLS league, late on Wednesday evening. Spanish media Mundo Deportivo at the same time published an interview in which the Argentine star explains the reasons for the transfer – and why he abandoned his parent club.
The football romance did not materialize
Messi’s return to Barcelona and retirement in the blaugrana shirt would have been written in the stars, but everything still turned out differently.
– I really wanted to come back, but I didn’t want to be in the same situation as last time: leaving my future in the hands of others and just waiting to see what happens.
With his words, Messi referred to his departure from Barcelona a couple of years ago, at the end of which the player broke down in tears at a press conference. It was about the finances of FC Barcelona and the costs of the star player, which would have required, among other things, the separate approval of the Spanish La Liga for the registration of the player.
Messi’s transfer to Barcelona would have forced the club to sell their players or reduce the salary expenses of other players.
– I didn’t want to be responsible for anything like that.
The previous two seasons, Messi played in Paris PSG. However, time with family was too little in Paris.
– The past two years I was personally unhappy, and I did not enjoy my time. Winning the world championship was an incredible moment, but otherwise it was a difficult time for me.
With his move to Inter Miami, Messi aims to rediscover the joy of playing and enjoy time with his family.
– If it had been about money, I would have gone to Saudi Arabia.
However, after the end of his playing career, a return to the city of Barcelona is already certain.
– I hope I can help FC Barcelona, because it’s a club I love.
Inter Miami: Beckham’s project, with Finnish color as well
Inter Miami CF is a British football icon David Beckham’s owned and managed club in the North American MLS league. Beckham founded the club in 2018 Jorge and Jose Masin with. The team played its first MLS season in 2020.
Huuhkajien also plays in Miami Robert Taylor, who has represented the club since February 2022. Taylor’s contract with the club is for two years, with an option for one additional year.
The coach of the club was the one who represented Manchester United and Everton Phil Nevillewhose departure, however, followed announced just a week ago.