Lionel Messi is reportedly thinking about leaving Inter Miami before the end of his current contract, which runs through 2025. The pause in talks for a one-year extension has sparked fresh speculation, especially after the club’s 4-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain at the Club World Cup.
According to Argentine journalist Esteban Edul, the 36-year-old is seriously considering a move to a more competitive league ahead of Argentina’s 2026 World Cup title defence. Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023, but with no clear decision on his contract extension, his future now looks uncertain.
Sources close to the club told journalist Fabrizio Romano that both sides still hope to continue the partnership. Talks are ongoing, and the club insists that efforts are being made in good faith to maintain the relationship.
However, the decision may come down to more than football. Messi’s family has reportedly settled well in Miami. According to journalist Guillem Balague, the footballer’s wife, Antonella, is actively involved with brands like Tiffany and Adidas, while their three sons play in Inter Miami’s youth teams. Messi regularly attends their matches.
After a difficult time in Paris, the comfort and stability of family life in the U.S. might influence Messi’s next move. But with the World Cup approaching, every choice he makes could have significant implications for both club and country.
