The summer of 2022 saw enticing rumors of Lionel Messi and former teammate Luis Suarez reuniting at LA Galaxy, a move that could have transformed the MLS landscape. According to AS, Galaxy are interested in Suarez and seek to add Messi alongside the Uruguayan striker.

However, the Galaxy’s coach at the time, Greg Vanney, was hesitant to approve Suarez’s arrival. Vanney’s hesitation stemmed from fears that Suarez’s style would not match the team’s strategy. With Javier Hernandez and Dejan Jovelic already on the roster and possessing similar qualities to Suarez, the transfer did not make sense for the Galaxy.

During this time, an AS insider disclosed a tempting detail: Suarez’s agency hinted at a plan in which the Uruguayan would come first, allowing his ‘friend’ to follow suit. While the name of this ‘friend’ remained unknown, all indicators pointed to Lionel Messi.

The possibility of Messi playing with Suarez in the MLS piqued the interest of fans and experts alike. The possible collaboration of the two football legends, who were once a formidable force at Barcelona, promised a brilliant show of skill and camaraderie on American land.

Unfortunately, the stars did not align for this big film. The idea failed because to Vanney’s strategic objections and the difficulties of squad relationships, leaving the desire of seeing Messi in Galaxy colors unfulfilled.

Messi’s possible arrival with the LA Galaxy is a poignant ‘what-if’ moment in MLS history. While the Argentine maestro never visited the Dignity Health Sports Park fields, the mere possibility of his appearance remains a thrilling chapter that could have altered the league’s history.