Neymar Jr has described his feelings as "bittersweet" after teammate and close friend Lionel Messi called time on his stay at Paris Saint-Germain.
The pair struck up a friendship during their time together in both the French capital and at former club Barcelona but are set to spend next season on separate continents. After signing off with a second Ligue 1 title in as many years, legendary Argentinian forward Messi has decided to move to MLS to join Inter Miami this summer.
In what is likely to be a game-changing transfer for the sport in the United States, the intrigue surrounding the 35-year-old's arrival has already reached monumental levels, with tickets to see the World Cup winner in action already sold out. As 'Messi Mania' sweeps the US, it is clear that the move has captured the public consciousness in a way that is largely unprecedented.