Inter Miami has finally announced the signing of Lionel Messi to confirm the worst-kept secret in Major League Soccer.
Messi will work under Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino in Miami, having previously played under the veteran coach for Barca and the Argentina national team.
Former teammate Sergio Busquets has already followed Messi to Miami, with both expected to be unveiled on Sunday, while Jordi Alba is reportedly close to joining the MLS outfit, too.
Messi is expected to make his debut on July 21, when Inter Miami takes on Mexican outfit Cruz Azul.
Supporters will be hoping Messi and Busquets can then help transform the team’s fortunes in Major League Soccer.
Miami currently sits bottom of the Eastern Conference, with just 18 points through 21 games.
That record leaves them 11 points adrift of the last playoff spot, with Messi set to be available for the final 12 regular season matches