Lionel Messi is reportedly on the verge of extending his stay with Inter Miami, as the football legend and the club finalize the “last details” of a new contract that will keep him in Major League Soccer beyond 2025.
The Argentine icon, who initially signed with Miami in the summer of 2023, was set to become a free agent at the end of next year. However, new reports suggest both parties are eager to continue what has been a transformative partnership for the club and MLS as a whole.
At 38 years old, Messi continues to defy expectations. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner finished a record-breaking MLS season with a sensational hat-trick against Nashville SC, ending the campaign with 29 goals and 19 assists — a tally that reaffirmed his status as the league’s biggest attraction.
With teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets already announcing their retirement plans, many fans wondered if Messi would follow suit. But his performances on the pitch and leadership off it have silenced any talk of slowing down.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news, stating:
“Messi, expected to stay and sign new deal at the club with final details being sorted… as he’s fully focused on the Inter Miami project.”
The exact length of the new deal remains under wraps, but even a one-year extension would be monumental for the club. The timing aligns perfectly with two major events on the horizon — the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, and the opening of Miami’s new Freedom Park Stadium.
Having Messi as the face of both milestones would further solidify Inter Miami’s place at the center of global football attention.
While his participation in the 2026 World Cup for Argentina remains uncertain, Messi’s willingness to extend his club career suggests he intends to stay active beyond next summer.
For Inter Miami and MLS, keeping Messi is not just about goals and assists — it’s about sustaining a global brand, drawing crowds, and keeping the momentum of football’s growth in the U.S. alive.
One thing is certain — Lionel Messi’s story is far from over, and Inter Miami fans can expect more magic from their captain in pink.
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