Lionel Messi could be set for a move to MLS on a free transfer: Report

Lionel Messi’s transfer saga has taken a new turn. It has been reported that all 29 MLS clubs are in talks regarding a special structure that would see them all contribute money to bring the Argentine to the USA.
“MLS chiefs believe that if Messi was to join, it would boost the profile of the game before the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the USA, Canada and Mexico,” report the Spanish outlet Sport.
If it happens, the Argentina star would be allowed to choose which MLS team he plays for, according to reports in Spain.
The Spanish report adds that US teams would be happy to ultimately pay to play against Messi because his presence would mean the money involved for MLS television rights would spiral.
Messi has been linked with a return to Barcelona but the club have major financial problems. Inter Milan and Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal have also been linked with Messi.
Messi has a house in Miami and it has been reported that his family would like to live in the States. Sport, however, claim that Messi would prefer to remain in Europe if he is to leave PSG in June.

Messi’s contract at PSG expires at the end of June.
Since joining PSG in 2021, Messi has scored 29 goals and provided 32 asss across 66 appearances for the club.