Overview

• Inter Miami and Messi are in advanced talks on a deal that would extend his stay through at least 2028.
• The proposed agreement would grant Messi freedom to set his own playing timeline and guarantee him a post-retirement role at the club.
• Inter Miami has reportedly rebuffed approaches from wealthy Saudi Arabian clubs to lure the forward away.
• The club has reinforced his support environment by adding former Argentina internationals Javier Mascherano and Rodrigo de Paul.
• Messi’s current contract runs until December 2025, and Inter Miami hopes the new deal will secure his presence through the 2026 World Cup cycle.