Following his mixed tenure at Paris Saint-Germain, Lionel Messi made a strategic move to embrace the American soccer scene. The eight-time Ballon d’Or recipient is currently dazzling audiences at Inter Miami, showcasing his exceptional skills in Major League Soccer (MLS) in Florida.

Upon his arrival in the United States, Messi aimed to recreate a semblance of his Barcelona comfort zone. This vision has led several of his former teammates to join him under the pink and black banner of Miami. Notable names include Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets.

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Javier Mascherano joins the Miami lineup

Adding to this reunion, Inter Miami has officially announced the appointment of Javier Mascherano. Although Mascherano will not be contributing on the field as a player, his role as a coach marks a significant addition to the team’s leadership.

The decision to bring Mascherano on board has been anticipated for several days, following Gerardo Martino’s exit. Messi and Mascherano share a rich history, having played together at both Barcelona and for Argentina’s national team. The former coach of Argentina’s Olympic team has committed to a contract with Inter Miami that extends until 2027. Now, the question remains whether Neymar will also make the transatlantic journey to join this formidable group.