It is virtually like me in opposition to him

Nashville SC striker Sam Surridge has said that it feels ‘surreal’ to be forward of Lionel Messi within the race for the golden boot in Main League Soccer [MLS]. The Englishman, who made the change to MLS again in 2023, leads Messi by the odd purpose after having scored 21 occasions for Nashville in 30 appearances this season.

Notably, Messi has gained the golden boot eight occasions throughout his glittering profession. Nevertheless, regardless of netting 62 objectives in 75 appearances for Inter Miami, the Argentine has but to win the award with the MLS membership.

The 38-year-old has discovered the again of the online 20 occasions this season, whereas additionally registering 9 assists. And amid Messi’s ongoing battle with Surridge for the golden boot, the Nashville striker opened up on how he feels about it.

Talking to FourFourTwo, Surridge said:

“Being in a race with Messi is particular for me. It’s a bit surreal.

“Messi might find yourself scoring nonetheless many objectives in a sport, and I can’t management that. I concentrate on what I can do.”

Surridge additionally went on to acknowledge the truth that him and Messi have competitors from a number of different gamers too. He added:

“It is also nice that he is doing effectively as a result of it is virtually like me in opposition to him in a method, however there’s nonetheless some others within the race to get the Golden Boot.”

Surridge and Messi are being chased by Denis Bouanga (19), Evander and Dejan Joveljic (each 17) within the race for the MLS golden boot this season.

Lionel Messi near contract extension with Inter Miami: Reviews

In keeping with ESPN, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are closing in on an settlement over a brand new multi-year contract for the Argentina worldwide. Inter Miami secured a two-and-half 12 months deal for Messi when he first joined the membership in 2023, and as such, his present contract will expire on the finish of 2025.

Though hypothesis was rife about Lionel Messi extending his keep in Florida, Inter Miami can now breathe a sigh of reduction, if studies are to be believed. The supply additionally talked about that solely the ultimate few particulars of the brand new deal are but to be agreed. As soon as there’s a full settlement between Messi and Inter Miami, the contract might be despatched to MLS for ultimate approval.

Messi gained the Leagues Cup with Inter Miami simply weeks after making his debut in 2023. He additionally lifted the Supporters’ Defend in 2024 as Inter Miami set the file for many factors in a single season. Lionel Messi can be the membership’s main goal-scorer of all-time.