KRÜ Esports came about after Agüero began streaming his online gaming during the COVID-19 lockdown. KRÜ has since had teams compete in major esports such as Valorant and Rocket League.

“I’m happy to share a club with Leo, of course now in a new stage and with other challenges,” Agüero told Esports Illustrated. “It’s an honour to have him as a part of KRÜ. He’s the best footballer in history, and he’s also a great friend. He is a figure who inspires everyone and will be a great addition to the scene as a whole.”

Considering this is the longest break between seasons of Messi’s career, it makes sense that he’s choosing now to expand his business portfolio. Despite Miami having a stellar second half following Messi’s summer arrival, the team’s first-half struggles were not enough to catapult them into the MLS Playoffs. The next time we’ll see the 36-year-old take the pitch will be Thursday, Nov. 16, when Argentina plays Uruguay in a huge FIFA World Cup qualifier match. Five days later, the reigning champions take on storied rivals Brazil.

As for Messi’s primary job with Inter Miami, the David Beckham-owned club reportedly inked a deal with another one of Messi’s former colleagues. Sources told ESPN in Uruguay that Luis Suarez is headed stateside on a one-year deal with an option to renew for a second season. A one-time Champions League winner with Barcelona, the veteran center-forward could provide some much-needed help as Miami looks to compete in its first full season with football’s undisputed GOAT.