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Inter Miami And Lionel Messi Ready To Extend Relationship Beyond 2025
Inter Miami and Lionel Messi are planning to continue their partnership. Both want to extend Messi’s stay past his current contract. His contract ends in 2025.
CLUB AND PLAYER KEEN TO CONTINUE
The club is clear: “Leo is under contract until the end of 2025. We both want this to continue. We’re taking steps to make it happen.” There was speculation about Messi‘s future after Inter Miami left the Club World Cup. Both club and player want him to continue in Miami. Recent negotiations are back on track.
MESSI’S IMPACT AND INTER MIAMI’S SEASON
Messi is central to Inter Miami’s ambition. He signed in 2023 and is their leading scorer. Lionel Messi scored his 50th goal for Inter Miami during a match against FC Porto. He also has the most assists this season. He has played more than 2,000 minutes and has taken the club’s profile worldwide. Inter Miami is currently third in its conference. This convinced Messi and his family that Miami was the right choice.
Inter Miami was the first MLS team to reach the Club World Cup knockout rounds, solidifying their status in the league.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR MESSI AND INTER MIAMI?
Talks to extend Messi’s contract will continue in July, with an announcement after the Club World Cup. The owners want him to be present for the opening of the new stadium in 2026. Inter Miami’s next match is against New York City FC, an important game at the top of the standings. All eyes will remain on the club and Messi as they look to secure a future beyond 2025.