Beckham helped lure the Argentine icon to the United States after he left Paris Saint-Germain in June last year.
The ex-Barcelona star has been a sensation in MLS and former Manchester United star Beckham admits that it still feels “surreal” having the attacker in the team.
Asked what it’s like to be Messi’s boss, Beckham told the Smartless podcast: “I can’t look at it like that, I can’t! I just can’t.”
He added: “It felt unbelievable [bringing Messi to Miami]. And I still can’t believe it. Every time someone turns around to me and says: ‘You have Messi on your team, you realize that, don’t you?,’
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it really is surreal to say that we have probably the greatest player to have ever played the game, the most successful player to have ever played the game, and he’s playing in Miami in the MLS.”
Messi has been awesome for Inter Miami this season. The 36-year-old has scored 10 goals in MLS and assisted a further nine to help lift the Herons to the top of the Eastern Conference.
He also struck twice and set up two in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, though they were knocked out at the quarter-final stage.
Beckham and his fellow Inter Miami directors will hope to see Messi lead Tata Martino’s team to victory again when they travel to Canada to face Vancouver Whitecaps in their next MLS match at the weekend.
Since joining Inter Miami, Messi has exceeded all expectations with his incredible performance on the field. His impact on the team has been nothing short of extraordinary, with 10 goals and nine assists in MLS alone. The Argentine icon has quickly become a fan favorite and has helped lead the team to the top of the Eastern Conference.Beckham, who played a crucial role in bringing Messi to Miami, still finds it surreal to have such a legendary player on the team. Every time he is reminded of Messi’s presence, it feels like a dream come true. It is unbelievable to have arguably the greatest player in the history of the game playing for Inter Miami in the MLS.Messi’s influence extends beyond the pitch, as he brings a level of skill and professionalism that elevates the entire team. His experience and leadership have been invaluable in guiding the team to success. The anticipation and excitement surrounding Messi’s performances have brought a new level of energy to the club and the league as a whole.As Inter Miami gears up for their next match against Vancouver Whitecaps, all eyes will be on Messi to once again showcase his exceptional talent. The team’s supporters are eager to see their star player in action and are hopeful for another standout performance. Beckham and the rest of the Inter Miami directors are confident in Messi’s abilities and are optimistic about the team’s chances of securing a victory.Stay tuned for more updates on Messi and Inter Miami’s journey in the MLS. Don’t miss out on the latest news and insights as we continue to provide valuable information for our readers. Keep following us for more exciting content and exclusive updates.
