"There is less criticism" – Gonzalo Higuain explains why Lionel Messi and Neymar will 'want to come' to MLS
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain believes Lionel Messi and Neymar would love to come to the MLS since there is very little scrutiny in America as compared to Europe. The duo have been constantly targeted by the media when they have been underperforming for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) this season.
Messi joined PSG at the start of the season but has largely struggled to rediscover his goalscoring touch. Neymar joined PSG for a world-record fee of €222 million but has not yet had the desired impact on the club in five years. French media and supporters of the club have consistently criticized the duo for their subpar output.
The prospect of the PSG duo coming to the MLS is not new. Neymar has previously hinted that a move to the United States could be on the cards in the future, as reported by 90min.
Responding to recent comments made by the Brazilian superstar, Gonzalo Higuain told Argentinian outlet Ole as relayed by PSG Talk:
"Yes, why not. Then it's up to him to decide, but I don't see why not. Neymar said he wanted to go to the MLS. They all want to come. They will like the tranquility, that there is less criticism, you can live peacefully with security. That’s what I felt at least."
Inter Miami are currently one of the most popular sides in the MLS since its inception in 2018. The team from Florida is owned by legendary footballer David Beckham and is managed by his class of 92 fellow graduate Phil Neville.
The Herons already have renowned players in their ranks, including Gonzalo Higuain, Blaise Matuidi and Kieran Gibbs.
It is an open secret that Lionel Messi is considering an MLS switch among his future possibilities, with David Beckham's Inter Miami seen by many as a potential destination. dlvr.it/SKjbtK
Lionel Messi has been linked with a move to the United States ever since he was destined to leave Barcelona in the summer of 2021.
However, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner instead joined Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer on a two-year contract with an option to extend it by another year.
It is highly unlikely that either Messi or Neymar will join the MLS at the end of the current season. Messi has a contract until 2023 while the Brazilian forward has one until 2025.
Lionel Messi and Neymar will be the biggest stars in MLS history
The Major Soccer League has attracted quite a few superstar footballers who are in the twilight of their careers. The likes of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Wayne Rooney and Zlatan Ibrahimovic have all called America home at some point during their illustrious careers.
However, the arrival of either Neymar or Lionel Messi will eclipse the arrival of any superstar from the past.
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If Lionel Messi ever comes to the United States, it will be a massive boost for Major League Soccer as he is arguably the best player of all time.
The duo's arrival could attract even more players to the league. The 34-year-old forward could have a bigger impact than that of David Beckham.