While Al Hilal offered him up to 500 million, what it took to convince Messi to join the MLS

The signing of Lionel Messi by Inter Miami is practically confirmed, because, despite the fact that in recent months there were rumors about the return of Lionel Messi to FC Barcelona, the reality is that the Argentine opted for Inter Miami instead of the place which was his home for over 16 years.

Paris Saint-Germain paid Lionel Andres Messi around 30 million euros per season, while FC Barcelona could only offer him 13 million, due to its current bad economic situation. Fans on social networks wonder what Inter Miami offered Messi to convince him.

MLS and Inter Miami offered Lionel Messi something much more than just money, unlike Al Hilal, who offered up to 600 million euros. Inter Miami offered Messi contributions from two of the most important commercial partners of the MLS: Apple TV, with which he would earn a percentage of each subscription, and would also have sponsorship agreements with Adidas, the clothing sponsor of the league. MLS. On top of that, he would have the first option to buy a league team when he retires.

When will Messi be able to debut?

If everything goes as expected and there are no unexpected twists, Lionel Messi could debut against Cruz Azul in a friendly match, the match will take place on July 21 at the DRV PNK Stadium, in Miami, Florida .