Inter Miami Sends Clear Message On Lionel Messi's Future After Exit Rumors
Amid swirling speculation about Lionel Messi's next move following Inter Miami's recent Club World Cup exit, the MLS club has issued a definitive statement: Messi is not going anywhere... at least not yet.
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Club sources reaffirmed that Messi remains under contract through the end of 2025, and both sides are aligned on continuing the relationship.
'The necessary steps are being taken with the right mindset to make it happen,' an Instagram post from @fabriziorom noted.
This underscores Miami's intent to build around the Argentine soccer icon.
The clarification comes after Messi's announcement and intense chatter online, with many calling for a return to Europe.
Related: Inter Miami Future Uncertain: Lionel Messi Makes Huge Announcement After Club WC Exit
Many were hoping Messi would return to Barcelona, where he spent over two decades. While some suggest it's time to retire or seek higher competition before the 2026 World Cup, others dream of one last European run, even proposing creative solutions like short-term loans or a farewell season in La Liga.
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But for now, Miami is doubling down.
The club's tone signals stability, and Messi's camp reportedly agrees, expressing unity with the team's vision. Still, the buzz around a European encore remains persistent... and emotional. Whether it's nostalgia, footballing ambition, or legacy considerations, fans across the world clearly aren't done dreaming about what's next for the sport's most celebrated player.
Yet, the message from Miami is firm: any next chapter, for now, still includes South Florida.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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