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Life like Michael Jordan, $60 mn a year & more: How Inter Miami lured Lionel Messi in 3-year chase
Inter Miami's co-owner, Jorge Mas, reveals a three-year pursuit to sign Lionel Messi to Major League Soccer (MLS)
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Inter Miami's co-owner, Jorge Mas, reveals a three-year pursuit to sign Lionel Messi to Major League Soccer (MLS)
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Mas believes Messi's arrival will generate increased interest in soccer in the US and enhance the reputation of MLS globally.
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Mas recounts the extensive efforts, including discussions with Messi's father and assistance from co-owner David Beckham and MLS broadcaster Apple, to secure the deal.
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Apple is believed to be contributing to Messi's salary, estimated at $50-60 million per year, partially funded by subscriptions from fans paying to watch MLS
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Despite Miami's current low standing in the MLS Eastern Conference, Messi is expected to be the standout star upon his debut.
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Mas envisions a post-football career for Messi similar to that of David Beckham or the basketball legend Michael Jordan.
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Martino expresses excitement about Messi's arrival and believes it will contribute to the growth and improvement of MLS.
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