Lionel Messi has opened up about his decision to reject a world record contract offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal in favour of a switch to Inter Miami, aiming a subtle dig at rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the process.
Messi has agreed to join David Beckham's MLS franchise after leaving Paris Saint-Germain, turning down a highly lucrative move to Saudi Arabia and a fairytale return to former club Barcelona in the process. The 35-year-old had been expected to become the latest big name footballer to move to the Saudi Pro League.
Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in January after leaving Manchester United, while his former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema has signed with Al-Ittihad. World Cup winners N'Golo Kante, Sergio Busquets and Sergio Ramos have also been linked with big money moves to Saudi sides.
