Lionel Messi is headed to the MLS next year. IPA

Report: Lionel Messi to join MLS team Inter Miami in 2023

It seems like it was just yesterday that Lionel Messi made his grand departure from Barcelona and joined Paris Saint-Germain

Now, less than a year later, it is reported the Argentine will play for Inter Miami FC of the MLS in 2023 after his PSG contract expires. 

The news was first reported by Alex Candal of DIRECTV Sports.

In addition to joining the MLS squad, which is co-owned by David Beckham, Messi has reportedly also agreed to acquire 35% of the team.

The Sun reported in November that a luxury apartment Messi previously owned in Miami was up for sale, so it appears the footballer has been a fan of the area for some time. 

Messi has tallied six goals and 13 assists in 25 games played for PSG in Ligue 1 play, and five goals in seven matches in UEFA Champions League play.

More must-reads:

TODAY'S BEST
Knicks marquee trade acquisition could bolt in free agency
If Lions HC Dan Campbell's assessment of WR is accurate it could mean trouble for opponents
NFL reporter predicts Cowboys' plan for QB Dak Prescott
Cavaliers make decision on head coach J.B. Bickerstaff’s future
Two young stars get hefty bonuses for making All-NBA teams
Mavericks star duo joins exclusive club with Game 1 win
Mavericks ride 'Luka Magic' on both ends late to win Game 1
Panthers shut out Rangers 3-0 in Eastern Conference Final opener
NBA announces 2023-24 All-NBA teams
Star Padres infielder to miss significant time with shoulder injury
LeBron James, Charles Barkley passionately defend Caitlin Clark from 'petty' haters
Roger Goodell discusses factors for possible 18-game NFL season
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott has intriguing comment on his contract situation
Celtics toying around with surprise Jayson Tatum move in conference finals
Former teammate warns Tee Higgins about pitfalls of playing on franchise tag
Watch: Timberwolves and Mavericks trade dunks in third quarter
Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner tempers expectations for Juan Soto extension
Canucks' Rick Tocchet wins 2024 Jack Adams Award
Incredible Orioles streak finally comes to end against Cardinals
Raiders QB shares surprising reason for switching jersey number

Want more sports news?

Join the hundreds of thousands of fans who start their day with Yardbarker's Morning Bark, the best newsletter in sports.