The Mexican striker spoke to ‘The Athletic’ about the impact of the world champion’s arrival in Major League Soccer.
Diego Mayel Ibarradiegoibarra21Paul Reidypaulreidy67Estados UnidosUpdate: Jul 31st, 2023 02:46 EDT
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LAFC striker Carlos Vela has been of the highest profile MLS stars in recent years and the Mexican striker and captain of reigning MLS champions LAFC spoke to The Athletic about the state of the league and Leo Messi’s arrival Stateside.
?️ LAFC's Carlos Vela believes in the potential growth of the MLS thanks to Leo Messi's arrival#InterMiamiCF #LAFC #MLS #Messi pic.twitter.com/7L11YkKcmw
— Inter Miami Watch (@InterMiamiWatch) July 30, 2023
After a recent publicity event, the Mexican ‘Black & Gold’ player spoke with Felipe Cárdenas from ‘The Athletic’ and gave his first impressions of Messi’s arrival at Miami and the boost it has given MLS: “Messi has to be prepared for anything and as he is the best player in the world, he will be instrumental in continuing to grow his brand”.
Vela also added that the most relevant part for the North American league’s growth potential are the commercial alliances that make them progress and the quality of soccer players to deliver a quality product to the fans: “ That is the most important part. We know how the world works. MLS cannot make the leap it wants without sponsors. And with players like Messi, the MLS brand will grow”.
NEW: A conversation with @LAFC star Carlos Vela for @TheAthleticSCCR:☑️His thoughts on Messi in MLS☑️Do players truly care about Leagues Cup?☑️No contract talks with LAFC☑️On retirement"Honestly, I’m thinking about it. I know it’s coming soon."https://t.co/8ybHGFvAAF
— Felipe Cárdenas (@FelipeCar) July 30, 2023
