Lionel Messi told what impact he would have if he joined David Beckham's MLS side Inter Miami

22.02.2023 - 20:09 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Former Premier League and USA goalkeeper Brad Friedel believes that Lionel Messi would make an 'incredible' impact on the MLS if he were to join David Beckham's Inter Miami.

Having starred during Argentina's World Cup-winning campaign by scoring seven goals in as many appearances, Messi secured the one trophy that had previously eluded him during a 20-year career.

Amid Messi's success on the international stage, rumours claimed the Barcelona legend could move to one of football's developing leagues, as fellow icon and former Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has done by joining Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. READ MORE: Tim Howard names the biggest thing Erik ten Hag has got right at Man United The MLS has been touted as one destination for Messi.

Inter Miami, who are owned by ex-United and England midfielder Beckham, are credited with a significant interest in his signing.

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