Lionel Messi took Major League Soccer by storm last year when he decided to join Inter Miami.
The games sold out quickly and Messi's Inter Miami jerseys flew off the shelves as fans jumped at the chance to see one of the world's best players play in the US.
On Thursday, Messi was in his car at a traffic light when a fan recognized the soccer star. The fan asked Messi for an autograph.
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Lionel Messi of Inter Miami celebrates a goal against the Philadelphia Union during the first half of a Leagues Cup semifinal on August 15, 2023 in Chester, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Despite being in traffic, Messi apparently indicated that he would be happy to give the fan an autograph. The fan then threw an Argentina national team jersey towards Messi's passenger side window for the World Cup champion to sign.
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Messi took out a marker and signed the shirt while car horns blared. The legend then returned the jersey to the fan and left.
Messi's contract with Inter Miami pays him between $50 and $60 million each year, according to numerous reports.
Lionel Messi (10) of Inter Miami CF controls the ball in the first half during a match against Los Angeles Football Club at BMO Stadium on September 3, 2023 in Los Angeles. (Harry How/Getty Images)
The package includes a signing bonus and team equity.
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The 2024 MLS season is scheduled to begin in February, giving Messi his first opportunity to play a full season at the highest level of professional soccer in the U.S. He only participated in part of the season. MLS last year.
