Inter Miami works without pause, but without hurry in the 'Messi case'. As confirmed by AS, The Argentine would have the option of renewing until December 2026 on the table “for weeks”extending his stay in Miami for another year. Although at the moment it has not yet materialized, everything indicates that the world champion will extend his stay in the United States. Since his arrival in June 2023, the Argentine has unleashed a real furor in the country. Messi is a fundamental capital, both for the MLS and for the soccer.
After the renewal of Luis Suarezwhich signs until December 2025, it is ten's turn. Current events invite excitement in Miami. The arrival of Javier Mascherano as the new coach strengthens the hard core of the team, made up of former Barcelona players Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets. Besides, The new arrangement would include the possibility of the Argentine being one of the ambassadors for the next 2026 World Cup in Mexico, the United States and Canada..
Jorge Masco-owner of the North American franchise, has already announced that his dream would be to “have Messi until 2026,” and it seems that it is close to materializing. Although the negotiations are still in the fetal phase, there is nothing to indicate that a consensus will not be reached. Messi is the man for the MLSand its continuity is a matter of state for both the league itself and Apple TV, owner of the television rights to the competition.
Road to the World Cup
Messi's history in Fort Lauderdale has been a bed of rosesfrom winning the Leagues Cup last season to the Supporters' Shield (trophy for the best team in the regular season) this year. Despite the injuries, the Argentine has closed a sensational campaign on an individual level. With 21 goals and 11 assists in 22 games in MLS, Messi is the great favorite to win the MVP of the season.
Staying in the MLS will help the Argentine to arrive in top shape for the next World Cup. Although he has already flirted with retirement internationally, Scaloni is counting on him to defend his world champion title. Messi will arrive at the World Cup event having just turned 39, with nothing to prove and only with the hope of participating in the last World Cup event of his acclaimed career.
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