Bayern Munich’s surprise move: Lionel Messi became the first player to be followed on Instagram as a gesture of respect

A somewhat unexpected turn of events is that Bayern Munich has lately started following Leo Messi on Instagram. This is the last but not the least of the developments. The fact that Messi is the first player to get this honor from the Bavarian club is an important piece of information. Even more impressive is the fact that he outperforms global football figures like Cristiano Ronaldo, who are not affiliated with Bayern.

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Why did Bayern Munich decide to follow Messi? What are the reasons behind this choose? Undoubtedly, this is an intriguing inquiry.

 

The move is purportedly a response to Messi’s recent Instagram Story tribute to Bayern veteran Franz Beckenbauer, who sadly passed away on Tuesday. Beckenbauer was playing for Bayern. It has been speculated that this action is a reaction to the commitment that Messi has recently demonstrated. With Messi’s gesture of paying honor to their renowned figure, it would indicate that Bayern Munich had a great deal of gratitude for Messi’s actions.

 

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On the other side, Messi is currently enjoying his vacation in Miami, where he is getting ready to return to play with his new Major League Soccer team on January 13. Messi’s comeback to baseball will take place on January 13.

There is a possibility that you would be interested in hearing Thomas Muller’s impressions of Leo Messi. Keep a look out for any additional discoveries that may come!

 

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