Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are deep into talks over a new deal that would extend his current contract beyond its expiration on December 31, 2025. According to Argentina’s Olé and Spain’s Marca, the MLS side has put a three-year extension on the table for its No. 10, along with an option to keep playing past the age of 41 if he chooses. The proposal makes it clear the club wants the superstar around for as long as possible, giving him the freedom to decide when it’s time to walk away.
The Inter Miami offer
Reports say the proposed agreement would run through 2028, with no restriction if the Argentine forward decides to continue beyond that. For Inter Miami, the exact length isn’t the issue. The plan is to let Messi stay for as long as he wants and is physically able to compete. The expectation is that he’ll finish his professional career in MLS, wearing the jersey he’s worn since July 2023 after his two-year spell at Paris Saint-Germain.
At 38, Messi is still delivering standout performances. So far in the 2025 season, he’s scored 24 goals and provided 10 assists in 30 matches. Since joining Inter Miami, he has played 69 games, with 58 goals and 28 assists. Those numbers alone show why the front office views his renewal as a top priority, even as he moves toward the later stages of his career.
Talks between Messi and the club have been kept behind closed doors. Inter Miami has made his renewal a priority but is steering clear of revealing details to avoid unnecessary speculation. Head coach Javier Mascherano, asked about the situation, kept his response short.
“I’ve also read those rumors, but all I can say is that we all hope he can stay with us,” he said. A moment later, he added, “Regarding Leo, we all hope he can renew his contract. It will be a decision between him and the club. It’s a matter they’ve been discussing privately, and when they feel it’s appropriate and reach an agreement, they’ll announce it.”
Importance for Inter Miami and MLS
Since his arrival, Messi has been at the center of Inter Miami’s sporting and marketing projects. His presence has boosted the club’s profile and raised the league’s global reach, bringing bigger crowds to stadiums and increasing international broadcast exposure. On the pitch, beyond his impressive stats, he’s the technical leader, the reference point for his teammates and the player who most often decides the biggest games.
A contract allowing Messi to play until 2028 or beyond would be a landmark for both Inter Miami and MLS. Keeping the Argentine legend would cement the club as one of soccer’s top global destinations and strengthen the league’s reputation as a home for elite talent. For fans, it would mean several more years of watching one of the greatest players of all time in action on American soil.