LIONEL Messi is already adjusting to Miami’s incredible lifestyle.
The 36-year-old Inter Miami player has emerged as the MLS’s top draw, drawing star-studded crowds to his matches.
Messi has found himself a stunning home in Fort Lauderdale
Pals David Beckham and Sergio Busquets have joined Messi for some fine cuisine at trendy Gekko restaurant
He is, of course, leading the life of an A-list celebrity.
His spectacular £8.6 million mansion in Fort Lauderdale represents his most opulent expenditure to date.
It includes eight bedrooms, nine and a half baths, a garage for three cars, and its own luxury pool. It also boasts a boat dock.
Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro, his wife Antonella Roccuzzo’s children, may all live there comfortably.
Outside of those lavishly adorned walls, though, Messi is maximizing his new surroundings.
He is dining at the top establishments, with Gekko in Miami being his favorite.
The weekly trip to the store, however, has been challenging because Messi and his family are surrounded by admirers who want their autographs and photos.
Dining out
Messi has already started enjoying Miami’s renowned cuisine and eateries.
Last month, Antonella was spotted partying with Victoria Beckham and her pals
Gekko, a hip steakhouse and lounge with Japanese influences, seems to be his favorite.
It is the place to be seen in The Magic City and serves sushi, steaks priced at $1,000, and unique cocktails.
It is obvious who brought Messi inside the eatery.
As soon as he arrived, the owner of Inter Miami invited the Argentine and Sergio Busquets, a former teammate from Barcelona, out to dinner.
The group even posted a photo of themselves smiling broadly on Instagram.
As Antonella and Victoria Beckham welcomed Messi, they were accompanied by their wives.
What they consumed was kept a secret.
But there are also specialties like lobster, filet mignon fed on olives, cold oysters with watermelon granita, and more.
Messi took his family to Miami Beach staple Cafe Prima Pasta and posed for a photo with owner Gerard Cea
Fans mobbed Messi and his family when he left the restaurant
Bryan Cranston, Eva Longoria, and Kim Kardashian have all been sighted dining there, making it a popular place for celebrities.
Wag Antonella was able to spend the evening out with her girlfriends.She was sighted with Victoria Beckham last month at Papi Steak, another trendy hotspot.
They were joined by fellow Wags Andrea Rajacic and Elena Galera, who are partners of Thierry Henry and Sergio Busquets, respectively.
Miami Beach landmark
Messi and his family enjoyed a popular Miami Beach pasta dish on one of their first outings as a unit.
They visited the relatively reasonably priced Cafe Prima Pasta, where pasta entrees range in price from $19.95 (£16) to $26.95 (£22) for seafood linguini.
The menu’s selection of sweets, including cheesecake, tiramisu, and numerous flavors of ice cream, would have been appealing to children.
Owner Gerard Cea saw to it that Messi posed for a picture while one of his sons stood on a drum set in the background.
A swarm of waiting supporters surrounded Messi as he attempted to escape out the back door.
He paused to take photos for posterity, and one fan even kissed Messi on the face.
The renowned No. 10 appeared a little surprised by all the attention.
When reporters questioned Antonella as she exited the restaurant, she simply smiled and directed them to their car.
Sand, sea, and sun
Messi and wife Antonella spent a couple days off before his sodden unveiling.
They behaved as any other couple would in their new opulent setting.
The in-love couple was seen strolling down the beach while holding hands.
The world famous South Beach is a haven for tourists and sun worshippers
Mrs. Messi posted a photo of the two strolling over the breathtaking white sand on Instagram.
She titled the image “Paraiso,” which is Spanish for “Paradise.”
That cannot be contested.
Where the heart is, is at home.
In Miami, Messi already possesses an incredible property portfolio worth £15 million.
This includes TWO luxurious residences in the adjoining Trump Royale tower, a stunning 4,400-square-foot apartment in the elite Porsche Design Tower, and the full ninth level of the Regalia Tower on Collins Avenue.
Messi splashed £8.6m on his seafront property
The property boasts lavish and stylish interiors
Stunning views surround the epic mansion Messi has now bought
Lionel Messi owns FOUR apartments on Miami Beach
The Porsche Design Tower boasts a lift that takes cars to the floors of the residents’ home
And with his magnificent new Fort Lauderdale estate, he’s just made it better.
According to Forbes, it has eight bedrooms, nine and a half baths, a three-car garage, and a pool in its 10,500 square feet of space.
There are also TWO boat docks, a spa, and a fitness center.
The home’s annual property taxes are estimated to be in the neighborhood of £67,000.
The house’s interior is equally magnificent as its exterior.
There is a lot of unusual decor, including a model of a sheep in one room that ought to be replaced with a GOAT.
Messi will be able to enjoy views of the water outdoors because to the abundance of natural light that enters the home through the large windows.
Messi was spotted shopping in US supermarket chain Publix in South Florida
Fans approached Messi who obliged with photographs
Additionally, “bespoke finishes that speak to the highest standards of luxury design” are used to embellish the walls and floors.
the supermarket
Messi has begun grocery shopping as he gets used to life in the US.
He was seen filling up his trolley at Publix in South Florida back in July.
And a short peek inside his cart revealed his passion for cereals.
Messi and his family can be compared to our own families when it comes to eating breakfast at home, as evidenced by General Mills’ Lucky Charms and Kellogg’s Fruit Loops.
As he continues to be well-known around the city, he found time to take multiple photos with supporters.
All in a day’s work for the most well-known football player in the world.