Barcelona have said Lionel Messi turned down their proposal because he wants to "compete in a league with fewer demands" after the forward confirmed …
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What to Make of Messi's Shocking Announcement
Half a year after mesmerizing the planet at World Cup, Lionel Messi pulled off another stunner in declaring his intention to sign with Inter Miami of MLS. Not Barcelona, where he became a global star. Not Saudi Arabia, where a reported $500 million contract awaited. Instead, the game’s greatest player chose a fledgling team in a mediocre league. Here’s more on Messi’s unexpected move to the U.S.'s top division, what it means for the sport and how Barca’s rankled president responded.
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