Lionel Messi ‘By Far’ the Best Player in MLS, Deserves MVP, Says Julian Gressel

Unquestionably, Lionel Messi has been the best player in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the 2024 season. Julian Gressel, a teammate of Messi’s at Inter Miami, feels that Messi should be named MVP. Players for Inter Miami aren’t allowed to vote for their own teammates, but Gressel stated emphatically that he would have selected Messi for the league’s best individual award if he had been given the opportunity.

Messi has been nothing short of extraordinary since joining Inter Miami. He has helped the team win the Supporters’ Shield and set a record with 20 goals and 11 assists. In addition to stunning the crowd, his performances have solidified his status as a strong candidate for the 2024 MLS MVP title.

Gressel’s Perspective on Messi as MVP

In an interview, USMNT star Julian Gressel expressed why Messi is his clear pick for the league’s MVP: “If I could vote for him, I would’ve voted for him. Because for me, the MVP stands for the best player in the league, and Leo is that by far.” Gressel added that while others may define MVP as a player who elevates their team or is indispensable to their squad, Messi fits that description perfectly.

“You see today: he comes in and scores a hat trick, you know? So for me, he’s my MVP.”

Gressel emphasized, pointing to Messi’s undeniable influence on the pitch.