Lionel Messi barely avoids car accident at a traffic signal in Miami, Florida | WATCH

Lionel Messi is set to kickstart his MLS career very shortly as the Argentine forward has been roped in by Inter Miami. Follwoing two seasons with Paris Saint Germain, Messi will now be seen on US soil for the first time. The former FC Barcelona player completed a full circle when he lifted the World Cup last year in Qatar. Messi's arrival is expected to be a massive boost for the USA sports scene.

3 things you need to know

• Lionel Messi will be unveiled by Inter Miami on 16th July
• Messi was earlier pictured arriving in Florida
• Messi followed in the footsteps of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and David Beckham as he will be soon playing in the MLS

Lionel Messi evaded a car accident in Miami

Lionel Messi proved to be  lucky as the Argentine forward managed to evade a car accident in Miami. In a viral video, Messi's car which was escorted by a Miami police vehicle jumped a red light as they turned left. The Audi Q8 car which was carrying Messi avoided clashing with other cars at the intersection and the player escaped unhurt.

Also Read: When is Lionel Messi going to make his debut for Inter Miami? Here's what you need to know

After the incident the car went on to take its course and the police car followed them. 

🚨 | Lionel Messi passando em um sinal vermelho e sendo escoltado por uma viatura policial do estado da Flórida. pic.twitter.com/Fd8QSFTkQE

— Inter Miami Brasil 🇧🇷 (@InterMiami_BRA) July 14, 2023

When will Lionel Messi be unveiled by Inter Miami

The Messi fever has currently gripped the magic city as the Argentine is expected to be officially unveiled by Inter Miami on 16th July as the David Beckham co-owned club has planned a gala event for the player. The event named 'The Unveil' has already garnered massive attention and millions of supporters will glue to the television sets to watch their favourite player live first time on the US soil.

Read More: Lionel Messi takes practice session with Inter Miami; deal yet to be signed - Reports

Save The Date 📅⚽

Major unveiling event set for this Sunday, July 16 at 6PM at @DRVPNKStadium! Tickets will be FREE for Season Ticket Members, while limited tickets may become available for purchase at a later date.

Make sure to stay tuned to our social channels for details… pic.twitter.com/lC5bm9OrfK

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 11, 2023

Interested in attending our unveil event at #DRVPNKStadium this Sunday, July 16 at 6PM or becoming a Season Ticket Member? 🎟️ Sign up to find out more information here: https://t.co/8V5CYPWosm

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 11, 2023

Messi is likely to make his debut against Mexican side Cruz Azul in a Leagues Cup match on July 21. He ended his stint with Paris Saint Germain and will be one of the highest paid footballers in the world.