Lionel Messi's bodyguard Yassine Cheuko has been banned from protecting the Argentine forward from the sideline during Inter Miami matches.
The former Navy Seal gained widespread recognition after social media videos showed him closely watching the crowd to stop potential pitch invaders from harming the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.
Major League Soccer has now decided to take full control of matchday security and Cheuko will only be permitted in the dressing room and mixed zones, where interviews take place.
"They don't allow me to be on the field anymore," the bodyguard told Spanish media.
"I was in Europe for seven years, working for Ligue 1 and the Champions League, and only six people invaded the pitch. I came to the USA and in just 20 months, 16 people have already done so. There's a huge problem here, let me help Messi."
Miren cómo sale corriendo el guardaespaldas de Messi para frenar a un nene, en medio del partido.
— Ataque Futbolero (@AtaqueFutbolero) October 7, 2024
Concentración 100%.
Yassine Cheuko está a otro nivel.
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