Lionel Messi Signs Record Deal to Join MLS Club Inter Miami
- Messi chose Inter Miami over offers from Barcelona and Saudi Arabia, citing wanting to focus on his family and experience football in a new way.
- Messi's move is considered a major coup for MLS and Inter Miami, with ticket prices surging over 1000% for some matches.
- The details of Messi's contract with Inter Miami have yet to be released but reportedly include profit-sharing agreements with Adidas and Apple as well as potential ownership stake.
- Messi joins an Inter Miami club that is currently struggling in last place but his arrival is expected to significantly raise the club and league's profile and popularity.
- Barcelona expressed disappointment over Messi's decision after attempting to bring him back to the club where he spent over 20 years.
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