Inter Miami are confident that they will extend Lionel Messi’s contract, which is set to expire in December.
The 38-year-old forward, a cornerstone for both Inter Miami and Major League Soccer (MLS), has begun negotiations to prolong his stay in the United States.
Club and league officials widely anticipate Messi will re-sign, with sources close to the player indicating he’s very open to an extension despite reported interest from Saudi Arabian clubs.
A key motivator for keeping Messi in the U.S. is to maintain high league visibility as the 2026 World Cup in North America approaches.
It’s speculated Messi may conclude his international career after Argentina’s title defense in that tournament.
Messi is already Inter Miami’s all-time leading scorer with 50 goals. His most recent goal came in the Club World Cup, where Miami was eliminated by Paris Saint-Germain.
