“Inter Miami” owner Jorge Mas told the Miami Herald newspaper on Tuesday that Lionel Messi will play his first match with the NBA team on July 21 when they host Mexico’s Cruz Azul in the opening game of the North American League. Cup in Fort Lauderdale.

Messi and Inter Miami have agreed terms on a deal and are putting the final touches after the Argentine star announced his intention to join the American club this month.

The 35-year-old will sign a two-and-a-half-year deal worth $50 million to $60 million annually, with a clause that allows him to extend through 2026, according to the Miami Herald.

By winning the Ballon d’Or seven times, soccer in the United States will receive a massive boost.

Mas described Messi’s arrival as a “decisive historic moment” as the professional league looks to become one of the world’s best.

“I think people will be talking about soccer before Messi comes to America and beyond,” Moss said.

And, “Lionel Messi will come to this country to win titles and trophies. We should all seize this opportunity.”

Inter Miami ticket prices soared in the ticket market after Messi announced his desire to transfer his soccer talents to South Beach as fans awaited the chance to see the Argentine superstar on American soil.