Messi holds important shareholder role in Inter Miami
"This is the key to Messi's contract extension, as he will activate and take on an important role as a shareholder of Inter Miami, becoming a co-owner of the team alongside David Beckham and billionaire brothers Jorge and Jose Mas," journalist Xavi Campos revealed in a commentary program on Catalunya Radio on August 1 (Vietnam time).
Messi will take on an important role as a shareholder in Inter Miami
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The news of Messi's renewal from Catalunya Radio was also confirmed by ESPN and BBC, both of which said that negotiations are still ongoing, and despite foreign interest (mainly from Saudi Arabia), Messi seems to be staying at Inter Miami and continuing to live long-term with his family in Miami (USA).
"Messi's contract extension will be announced in the coming weeks. The new deal will last for three years (end of 2028), instead of the expected two years (2027). Among them, there are several key terms revealed, which is that Messi will have the right to terminate the contract after the 2026 World Cup. If not, by 2027, Inter Miami will have the right to terminate the contract," according to Catalunya Radio.
Based on his current form and physical condition, commentators on Catalunya Radio's program all believe that it is entirely possible for Messi to continue playing at the highest level until the end of 2028.
Messi is in excellent form in the 2025 season, having played a total of 30 matches for Inter Miami, scoring 24 goals and providing 10 assists. The 38-year-old is currently leading the MLS scoring charts with 18 goals, along with Sam Surridge of Nashville SC. He has also won the MLS Player of the Month award twice (May and July). This is the fourth time he has won the award since coming to the US to play in MLS, and the sixth player to achieve this feat in the history of the tournament.
The presence of close friend Rodrigo De Paul (left) is considered to have given Messi wings to dominate American football.
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Messi and Inter Miami have just started the Leagues Cup in a perfect way with a 2-1 victory over Atlas Club (Mexico) (Messi contributed 2 assists to the goal). In particular, the presence of midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has brought new momentum to Inter Miami.
Messi himself admitted this, saying: "De Paul and I have known each other for a long time and have played many matches together. De Paul has improved our squad. He hardly trained but still played very well, even in these harsh hot and humid weather conditions. The important thing is that the team played well and won 3 important points."
De Paul is currently playing for Inter Miami on loan until the end of 2025. Then, from the beginning of 2026, he will officially sign a 4-year long-term contract.
De Paul's long-term commitment to Inter Miami is also an important factor for Messi to continue to extend his playing career. Meanwhile, two other close friends, Suarez and Sergio Busquets, have not decided whether to continue playing after their contracts expire at the end of this year, or retire. Veteran defender Jordi Alba has signed a contract extension until the end of 2027.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/messi-gia-han-inter-miami-den-nam-41-tuoi-so-huu-doi-bong-cung-david-beckham-185250801085403574.htm
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