Messi’s Miami Future: Renewal Near as MLS Playoffs Loom
20 October 2025
Contract talks and what they mean
The Argentine star Lionel Messi's contract with Inter Miami is due to expire at the end of this year, but signs point to a renewal being very near.
Messi looks set to extend his stay with Inter Miami, with the current deal ending in December.
According to SPOX, via transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, talks over Messi's future in Miami are at an advanced stage.
Romano said a new contract is expected, with final details being hammered out.
The 38-year-old forward is fully focused on the Miami project.
But the exact length of any new deal remains unclear.
Recent reports suggest a two-year extension through 2027, meaning the Argentinian star would continue playing in the United States into his forties.
Messi's MLS push, playoff preview, and Barcelona ties
Messi is determined to crown Inter Miami MLS glory.
During the regular season, Messi scored 29 goals and produced 16 assists in 28 league games.
He joined Inter Miami in 2023 after leaving Paris Saint-Germain.
Inter Miami's first playoff opponent would be Nashville SC, with the opener of the Best-of-3 series set for Friday.
A Barcelona tribute talk: Laporta says the relationship with Messi is returning to normal, and plans for a farewell befitting his history with the club are being considered.
Laporta also said that the bond has begun to mend gradually, as Barcelona tries to honor Messi in a proper goodbye.
The club's finances back in 2021 forced them to refrain from a renewed offer.
After two years in Paris, the Argentine eventually moved to Inter Miami in 2023, with a deal through 2025 and growing expectations of an extension.
Milestone for the star: Messi helped Argentina to a 6-0 win over Puerto Rico, returning to the XI and contributing two decisive passes.
In the same match, Alexis Mac Allister and Lautaro Martínez scored, with Gonzalo Montiel also finding the net and a late own goal from defender Steven Echivaría.
His tally brings Messi's total assists for Argentina to 60, surpassing Neymar and Landon Donovan, and lifting his international tally to 398 assists across all competitions.
Although he did not score, teammates Alexis Mac Allister, Lautaro Martínez, Gonzalo Montiel, and an own goal by Steven Echivaría closed the scoring in a 6-0 victory for the Albiceleste.
Messi's future with Inter Miami could be decided soon as MLS playoffs approach. His leadership continues to drive the club toward its first major trophy in MLS history.
Sniper punchlines to close: If this deal grows any longer, Inter Miami will need a librarian to manage Messi’s calendar. Target locked, laughs incoming. And if the calendar gets busier, maybe MLS stands for More Lionel Stuff—and yes, we’re here for it.
