Lionel Messi is set to join David Beckham's Major League Soccer side Inter Miami, and the clamour for tickets to watch one of the world's best is already beginning.
The 35-year-old is leaving French club PSG after two years in Paris and while he had been linked with an emotional return to Barcelona, as well as an offer from Saudi Arabia club Al-Hilal, Miami have won the race.
The Argentina international hasn't officially joined but spoke of his decision to move to the States. “Going to live in the United States in a different way and enjoying day-to-day much more, but with the same responsibility of wanting to win and always doing things well, but (now) with more peace of mind," said Messi, in announcing his decision.
The MLS season is ongoing and while it remains to be seen when Messi will make his debut, the consensus is the Leagues Cup clash with Mexican side Cruz Azul next month. ALSO READ: 'Could change everything' - Messi, Beckham and Inter Miami's search for sporting success The tournament includes all clubs from MLS and Liga MX with groups of three preceding a knockout stage.