Top 5 Biggest Signings In MLS History (That Aren't Lionel Messi)

Since its original inception back in 1993, Major League Soccer has been doing all it can to enter the truly mainstream footballing conversation on the levels of Europe's top 5 leagues. Mammoth new stadiums, national TV contracts, and even entire new franchises have been established to spread the popularity of the beautiful game in the United States, but perhaps no effort has been more indicative than the poaching of Europe's truly elite talent.