Overview

• AP, AFP and ESPN report the sides have agreed terms or are in the final stages, with a club announcement expected in the coming days or weeks.
• The extension would keep the 38-year-old in MLS at least two more seasons and is widely described as likely the final playing contract of his career.
• The agreement will be submitted to the league for sign-off before Inter Miami can confirm the deal publicly.
• Club owner Jorge Mas has been cited describing a reported salary in the $50–60 million range per year and a long-term role for Messi off the field.
• Inter Miami pushed to retain Messi through the 2026 stadium opening, while his on-field form this season includes 20 goals and 11 assists.