- Messi will help Miami compete with New York and LA
- Miami can be a tourism hotspot
- Busquets unveiled along with Messi
WHAT HAPPENED? Lionel Messi was introduced to the Inter Miami fans for the first time on Sunday after his move became official. The Argentine was handed the number 10 shirt as thousands cheered him on.
Sheffied Business School's Dr Rob Wilson told Saxo that Messi's move to Inter Miami is not just a boost to US football but will also help the city of Miami to rival New York and Los Angeles as a tourism hotspot of the country.
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WHAT THEY SAID: The football finance expert said, "Lionel Messi could 100% inspire Miami to rival New York and Los Angeles as leaders of tourism in the US. There are multiple franchises there, from Dolphins to Marlins, so it’s becoming a Mecca for sports competition. Infrastructure is there, great transport links and a great climate. Absolutely somewhere people will be going to watch the competition."
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Messi will be joined by his former Barcelona team-mate Sergio Busquets at Inter Miami, who was also unveiled on Sunday at Miami.
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WHAT NEXT? The ex-Barcelona star will likely make his Inter Miami debut when they meet Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup next week.