Inter Miami is optimistic about extending Lionel Messi’s contract, which is set to expire in December.
Miami’s and MLS’s star 38-year-old forward is in contract negotiations to continue his career in the United States.
Club and MLS officials widely believe Messi will re-sign, though Messi’s camp confirms openness to extending despite Saudi Arabian interest.
A key reason to keep Messi in the US is his ability to attract attention to the league, especially with the 2026 World Cup in North America. Though unconfirmed, it’s suspected Messi will retire from international football after Argentina retains its title.
With 50 goals, including a recent free-kick against Porto in the Club World Cup, Messi holds Miami’s all-time scoring record.
With 65,574 fans watching in Atlanta, Paris St-Germain, the European champions, defeated Miami 4-0, ending Miami’s cup run.