DC United coach Wayne Rooney has welcomed Barcelona legend Leo Messi to MLS.
Messi is joining Inter Miami with his presentation eagerly anticipated.
Rooney expects everyone connected to the competition to enjoy a significant lift.
He said, "I think it's an excellent move for MLS, from a commercial standpoint, it's going to be a magnet for attracting interest from different corners of the globe.
"With Messi, we are welcoming arguably the best player to ever grace the field. His competitive spirit and talent will undoubtedly aid Miami in climbing the ranks."
