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Lionel Messi‘s arrival in America has attracted a lot of star faces to Miami. Celebrities and artists hop on the Lionel Messi bandwagon to witness the soccer star at play. Although the World Cup champ was a doubt and didn’t play much in his start against Cincinnati FC, an Argentinean pop star visited DNV PRK stadium to meet the 7x Ballon d’Or winner. However, to the fan’s surprise, the pop star penned a 3-word message to Messi’s wife.

Lionel Messi will be now out of action for the next 4 months as Inter Miami was unable to qualify for the MLS playoffs. Inter Miami’s loss against FC Cincinnati sealed their fate for the upcoming season. However, it’s being rumored Saudi Arabia is on the lookout for the 36-year-old soccer star.

Argentinean popstar meets Argentinean soccer legend

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Nicki Nicole, the Argentinean popstar visited Miami to meet Lionel Messi. The artist and the soccer star both hail from Rosario and have met on previous occasions as well. And in the last match, the pop singer was missing the presence of Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzo.

Nicole took to Instagram to share some pictures from her visit to Miami. In the picture, we see many prominent Argentinean musicians as well as the Mexican musician and singer, Peso Pluma. Nicole uploaded the pic with Messi as she tagged Antonela and wrote, “Missing the queen.”

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Argentinean rapper and singer Bizarrap and singer Louta were also present in the stands as they got snaps with Lionel Messi.  However, it was tough for Messi to keep his mind focused as Inter Miami had a crucial match to play against FC Cincinnati.

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Inter Miami were defeated 1-0 by FC Cincinnati. The loss meant the Argentinean soccer star would be free earlier than predicted. Messi has been cleared from injury and will now head to Argentina for the World Cup qualifiers. If rumors are to be believed Saudi and Barca can try once again to sign Messi.

Saudi Arabia and FC Barcelona plans to sign Lionel Messi

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Lionel Messi found his potential return to the Catalan club thwarted this past summer. However, an intriguing possibility has arisen on the horizon, with Saudi Arabia considering a move for the Inter Miami star. Saudi has tabled a proposal for a loan spell that would see Messi land in Saudi from the conclusion of Miami’s last match until the end of February. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) are actively collaborating to secure his signature during this period.

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While the idea of Messi gracing Barcelona’s pitch on loan had briefly surfaced, Inter Miami’s head coach, Gerardo Martino, addressed the press, pouring cold water on this notion. Yet, speculation still lingers, underscoring the inherent flexibility in MLS player contracts. In recent times, similar loan moves, such as David Beckham’s and Thierry Henry’s, have transpired during the off-season. This highlights the league’s willingness to explore unconventional paths.

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Lionel Messi’s move to Barcelona will be a dream come true for all the Barca fans. The Barcelona legend didn’t have the chance to properly bid goodbye to the fans and supporters. A move of this magnitude will surely break the headlines.