ESPN FC Futbol Americas: Messi Urges For Loose MLS Salary Rules
Oct 31, 2025
Hosts dive into the strong performances of Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga, who are making LAFC title contenders. There's buzz around Messi's suggestion for looser salary rules in MLS to attract top talent. Gio Reyna opens up about the World Cup fallout, sparking debates on accountability and family roles within the USMNT. The discussion also highlights the financial implications of Messi's presence in the league and how it might transform MLS for the better.
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Son's Midseason Impact At LAFC
- Heung-Min Son adapted midseason to MLS and immediately excelled due to fitness and a team tailored to his strengths.
- Shaka and Herculez note Son's quality and partnership with Denis Bouanga as key to LAFC's attack.
Dream Final: Miami Versus LAFC
- Herculez compares Messi-Suárez at Inter Miami to Son-Bouanga at LAFC and prefers the Messi pairing.
- He envisions an MLS Cup final featuring Inter Miami versus LAFC as a dream matchup.
Messi Is A Watershed For MLS
- Lionel Messi's arrival to MLS is a watershed moment that boosts league visibility and revenue beyond salary figures.
- Herculez Gomez warns MLS must capitalize on Messi's impact with broader media and commercial integration.