Could Cristiano Ronaldo Join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami? Beckham’s Ambitious Transfer Plans
Published 16:56 25 Mar 2025 GMT
David Beckham is being tipped to “make Major League Soccer bigger than ever” by completing a “simply unbelievable” transfer that would send shockwaves through the football world.
Since the MLS approved Beckham’s expansion team in 2019, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder has helped Inter Miami become a globally-recognised brand.
In fact, after completing the signing of Lionel Messi in 2023, The Herons are currently the second most valuable club in America’s top flight behind Los Angeles FC with a value of over $1 billion, according to Forbes.
Beckham has continued to add more high-profile talent to their roster in recent times, with Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba making a switch to the Fort Lauderdale-based outfit.
So who else will they persuade to sign? Angel Di Maria has been linked with a move to Miami for some time alongside Luka Modric and Sergi Roberto.
But could five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo be tempted to join Messi in Florida? Former MLS and Sweden star Anders Limpar believes Beckham should go all out to sign the Portuguese forward.
“It’s not the biggest league in the world, but it’s the biggest show. I played there in 1999 and like to think of myself as a bit of a pioneer,” he told SveaCasino.se. “During my time, they had to tell the fans the rules over the speakers and we took penalties from the half-way line.
“Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been there, Lionel Messi is there now and can you imagine if Cristiano Ronaldo joined him? Why not?
“It would be the icing on the cake and imagine they played together, it would be simply unbelievable. I think there is only one person who can make that happen and that is David Beckham.”
Limpar added: “If you ask me, Ronaldo should leave Saudi Arabia and make MLS bigger than ever.”
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Ronaldo recently took a dig at Major League Soccer during an interview with Spanish TV show El Chiringuito.
“People don’t know. People talk too much and give opinions without knowing,” Ronaldo said.
“That’s normal. Sometimes I feel bad because the reality is completely different when people talk about Saudi Arabia and when they talk about the United States, for example.”
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Topics: David Beckham, Inter Miami, MLS, Transfers, Lionel Messi
David Beckham Plots Unbelievable Transfer to Elevate MLS to New Heights
Published: 16:56 GMT, March 25, 2025
Football icon David Beckham is being tipped to orchestrate a “simply unbelievable” transfer, predicted to catapult Major League Soccer (MLS) into a new era of global prominence. This potential move is anticipated to send shockwaves throughout the world of football, solidifying MLS as a major player in the sport.
Since gaining approval for his Inter Miami expansion team in 2019, Beckham’s influence has been instrumental in transforming the club into a globally-recognised brand. His reputation, built during his illustrious playing career with Manchester United and Real Madrid, has opened doors and attracted significant attention to MLS.
The landmark signing of Lionel Messi in 2023 proved to be a game-changer for Inter Miami. According to Forbes, the club’s value has surged to over $1 billion, making them the second most valuable franchise in the American top-flight, trailing only Los Angeles FC. Beckham’s ambition to build a super team in Miami is clearly taking shape.
Inter Miami’s roster has already seen an influx of world-class talent under Beckham’s leadership. Stars like Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez, and Jordi Alba have all made the move to the Florida-based club, bolstering their squad with experience and pedigree. The question now is, who will be the next big name to join this growing footballing project?
While names like Angel Di Maria, Luka Modric, and Sergi Roberto have been circulated in connection with a possible Miami transfer, the ultimate dream signing could be none other than Cristiano Ronaldo. Anders Limpar, former MLS and Swedish international player, believes Beckham should make every effort to bring the five-time Ballon d’Or winner to play alongside Lionel Messi.
Speaking to SveaCasino.se, Limpar highlighted the unique appeal of MLS:
- “It’s not the biggest league in the world, but it’s the biggest show.”
- “Lionel Messi is there now, and can you imagine if Cristiano Ronaldo joined him? Why not?”
- “It would be the icing on the cake… it would be simply unbelievable.”
- “I think there is only one person who can make that happen and that is David Beckham.”
Limpar firmly believes that Ronaldo joining Inter Miami would be a monumental moment for MLS, stating, “If you ask me, Ronaldo should leave Saudi Arabia and make MLS bigger than ever.”
Ronaldo’s Recent Comments on MLS
Interestingly, these transfer speculations come shortly after Cristiano Ronaldo made somewhat dismissive remarks about Major League Soccer in an interview on the Spanish TV show El Chiringuito.
Ronaldo stated:
- “People don’t know. People talk too much and give opinions without knowing.”
- “Sometimes I feel bad because the reality is completely different when people talk about Saudi Arabia and when they talk about the United States, for example.”
Despite these comments, the allure of playing alongside his long-time rival Lionel Messi, orchestrated by the persuasive power of David Beckham, might just be enough to tempt Ronaldo to swap Saudi Arabia for the sunshine of Miami.
Could we witness the historic reunion of Messi and Ronaldo in MLS? Only time will tell.
Stay tuned for updates on this potential blockbuster transfer and all the latest football news!