In an interview with ‘ESPN Argentina’, Lionel Messi spoke about the decision to leave Europe and also planned his next steps at Inter Miami
At 36 years old, Lionel Messi He is experiencing an atypical moment in his career. Away from the big spotlight of European football, the Argentine star continues to play in MLSat the InterMiami and declared that it could be the last chapter of his story as a player. Despite this, he reassured fans and stated that he is not yet thinking about retirement, but fears the moment it crosses his mind.
In an interview with ‘ESPN Argentina’, Messi said that he should end his career with only three professional clubs defended: Barcelona, PSG and the current Inter Miami. “Yes, I believe so. Today I believe that (Inter Miami) will be my last club, yes”said the number 10 of the Argentine national team.
“I’m not (ready to leave football) either. I’ve done this my whole life, I love playing ball, I enjoy training, everyday life, the game. Yes, a little fear of when everything is finished always exists”said Lionel Messi about the possibility of retiring soon.
The Argentine revealed that his arrival at Inter Miami and the way it happened helped him stay motivated in football. “It was a difficult step leaving Europe to come here (in the USA). The fact that he was world champion helped him see things differently. But I don’t think about that, I try to enjoy everything much more, because I’m aware that there’s less and less to be had”said.
At the moment, Lionel Messi is focused on the Argentina national team, focused on winning his second league championship. Copa America. The tournament will be played in a location already known to the star, in the United States. The current champion debuts on the 20th, against Canada.
Source: sportbuzz
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