According to Forbes, the MLS team’s value soared from slightly above the league average of $600 million (£474.7m) to over $1 billion (£791.2m) following Lionel Messi’s arrival last summer. This increase is attributed to boosted ticket sales, new advertising deals, and a successful global pre-season tour. The report suggests that the 36-year-old might also join co-owner David Beckham in the boardroom without needing to invest. Contrary to previous reports, Messi’s annual salary is estimated to be between $50-60 million (£39.5m-£47.4m), significantly lower than the rumored $400 million (£316.5m).
Messi’s influence on Inter Miami and the MLS has been profound. He transformed a struggling team into champions with their recent Leagues Cup victory and has propelled them to contention for the league title. His presence has arguably elevated the league’s visibility to unprecedented levels, reflected in soaring viewership numbers.
Since leaving Paris Saint-Germain at the conclusion of his contract last year, Messi has scored 16 goals in 19 appearances across all competitions. However, the former Barcelona icon is currently sidelined with a leg injury, having featured in only five matches this season.
While it remains uncertain whether Messi will assume an ownership role in Miami, he aims to contribute to upcoming fixtures against Colorado on Saturday and Monterrey in the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarter-final on April 10.
Lionel Messi
Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini
ArgentinaThis season he played in total 3 times for 270 minutes for Major League Soccer.
Lionel Messi scored 3 goals for Inter Miami. He procured one assist. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in Major League Soccer. In the last match Inter Miami drew 1-1 against New York City.
Inter Miami performance and stats
Inter Miami
Inter Miami is currently 2nd in the Major League Soccer with 11 points.
In the last 7 games, it has won 3 times, drawn twice, and lost twice. In its last match, Inter Miami drawn 1-1 against New York City.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 14 goals and conceding 10.
Inter Miami will play the next match in Major League Soccer against Colorado Rapids on Saturday 6th of April in Fort Lauderdale. The prediction is Inter Miami winning the match.
