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Official: Barça's Most Failed Signing Leaves With Messi to Play for Inter Miami

The Argentine star has convinced the player to go with him to MLS

Inter Miami continues to strengthen itself to fulfill its great objective: dominate MLS and aim for international titles. With Leo Messi as the great leader, the American team is not satisfied and is already working on adding new quality pieces.

Now, the Argentine star is about to receive a top-level teammate, a player with whom Barça tried to count on several occasions. But he never got to wear the blaugrana jersey. However, fate has wanted Messi and this star to finally share a locker room, although in a completely different scenario than many imagined.

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Leo Messi | @leomessi

Messi, the Great Architect of Inter Miami

Since his arrival in Major League Soccer, Leo Messi has not only shown that he is still a differential player. He has also been key in the club's sports planning. His influence has been decisive in the signings of players like Luis Suárez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets, former teammates at FC Barcelona who now enjoy soccer in Miami.

Messi knows that to continue competing, he needs to surround himself with quality footballers, which is why he has been alert to every move the club makes in the market. Inter Miami doesn't want to be just a media team, but a competitive team that aspires to conquer MLS and stand out in the new Club World Cup 2025.

Now, the latest addition is set to be a top-level signing that was once in FC Barcelona's orbit.

Inter Miami | @5sergiob

A Frustrated Talent for Barça, a New Star in MLS

FC Barcelona tried to sign this player on several occasions, but for various reasons, his arrival never materialized. He was a profile that fit perfectly into Barça's game, a midfielder with talent, imposing physique, and great technical ability.

Despite his undeniable quality, his career has been marked by irregularity, injuries, and off-field problems, which gradually diminished his prominence.

Messi Doesn't Forget Barça | @FCBarcelona_es

His last major crisis was a doping sanction, which left him out of soccer for several months. However, after his disqualification was reduced, considering it was unintentional, the player is now free to sign with any team.

Now his destiny seems to be in Miami, where Messi is already waiting for him with open arms.

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Leo Messi with Barça | @FCBarcelona

Inter Miami's Star Signing

The player in question is Paul Pogba, who after his doping suspension has returned to the market and is ready to restart his career in MLS.

The French midfielder, who in his best version was considered one of the best in the world, never got to play with Messi at Barça. However, now he could share a team with him in Miami, forming a top-level midfield alongside Sergio Busquets.

Pogba has quality, experience, and leadership, and although injuries and personal problems have marked his career in recent years, his talent remains intact. If he manages to get in shape, he can become a key piece for Inter Miami in their fight for the title.

A New Life in MLS

Pogba's signing for Inter Miami not only represents a top-level reinforcement for Messi's team. It also gives the French player a new opportunity to redeem himself and close his career on a high note.

At 31 years old, Pogba can still perform at a high level if he manages to overcome his physical problems. MLS could be the ideal stage for him to regain confidence and show that he still has a lot of soccer left in his boots.

Inter Miami continues to add stars, and with Pogba's possible arrival, the team led by Gerardo "Tata" Martino will become one of the most formidable in MLS.

The Club World Cup 2025 will be a great opportunity to show their potential on the international stage. Messi wants to surround himself with the best to face it.

If Paul Pogba finally signs with Inter Miami, it will be one of the most important signings in MLS history. Now we just have to wait for the official announcement and see if the Frenchman manages to recover his best version alongside Messi.