Lionel Messi thanks David Beckham for ‘making everything easy’ following Inter Miami move

As most of you are now aware there will be no return to Barcelona for Lionel Messi after news emerged that he would be instead signing for Inter Miami.

Messi walked out yesterday as a Major League Soccer player for the first time ever and did so at a stunning ceremony in Miami itself alongside the team's co-owner, David Beckham.

In an emotional speech, the Argentine World Cup winner, explained to those watching in the stadium and from home online that he wished to be successful in helping Inter Miami enter a new era of rapturous success.

More specifically, Messi said: "Thank you very much. First of all want to thank all of the people of Miami for this welcome, this affection. I want to thank you for the kindness and love that you have given me. This has happened so fast."

However it was Beckham himself who started the night, by welcoming Leo with an emotional speech of his own.

Beckham explained: "10 years ago, I started my journey to build a new MLS team. I said then that I dreamt of bringing the best players in the world Florida and the great city of Miami. Players who shared our ambition to grow soccer in this country, who would inspire the next generation and help build a legacy in this sport.”

Beckham concluded his speech saying: “Like all of you, I can’t wait to see Leo take the field in our colors. Ladies and gentlemen, the next chapter of our story starts here.”

What a finale!

Good luck to the GOAT in this, the next chapter of his already unbelievable career.