MLS has always been labeled a ‘retirement league’ by fans outside the United States. The tag came along after several top players started heading to the US once they were done playing in the top flight in Europe. This includes the likes of Frank Lampard, Thierry Henry and Wayne Rooney, among others.
While speaking to the media on Thursday, Garber was quick to dismiss the tag on MLS and claimed that they were far from it. He said:
He added:
Garber also gave instances of players who have done well in the league in the past. He concluded:
Why did Don Gaber name Lionel Messi and Neymar?
Messi and Neymar have admitted they want to move to the United States once they are done playing in Europe.
Neymar went one step further this week and claimed he wanted to play in the MLS because of the three-month break between the leagues. Speaking on the Fenomenos podcast, the 30-year-old Brazilian said:
The PSG forward added:
Neymar’s current contract at PSG runs till 2025. Messi, on the other hand, joined the Ligue 1 giants last summer on a two-year deal, with the option of extending for a third season.
Both Paris Saint-Germain players have been linked with David Beckham’s Inter Miami when the time comes. But other sides have not given up their hopes of signing them.
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