Lionel Messi signs new contract with Inter Miami securing his future through 2028

The football legend extends his stay with Inter Miami in a deal that ties him to the club’s ambitious new era including its move to the Miami Freedom Park stadium.

Lionel Messi has officially signed a new contract with Inter Miami, ending months of negotiations and confirming that the Argentine superstar will remain with the Major League Soccer side through 2028. The announcement came on Thursday, just a day before Inter Miami’s playoff opener against Nashville.

The deal marks another historic chapter in Messi’s illustrious career and ensures that one of football’s greatest icons will continue to lead Miami’s ambitious sporting project as the club prepares to move into its new home the Miami Freedom Park stadium next year.

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The announcement was made in a social media post showing Messi signing his contract inside the under-construction stadium, accompanied by the caption, “HE’S HOME.”

“It makes me really happy to stay here and to continue with this project that, besides being a dream, has become a beautiful reality playing in this stadium, at Miami Freedom Park,” Messi said in a statement released by the club. “Since I arrived in Miami, I’ve been very happy, so I’m truly glad to keep going here.”

Inter Miami confirmed that the deal spans three years, keeping Messi at the club until 2028. For fans and stakeholders, this commitment represents more than just an extension — it is a statement of intent for the future of both the club and Major League Soccer.

Since joining Inter Miami in July 2023, Messi has transformed the club’s fortunes. In his debut season, he inspired the team to its first-ever trophy the 2023 Leagues Cup and has consistently delivered record-breaking performances. This season, Messi became the first player in MLS history to score multiple goals in five consecutive games and set another record with 10 multigoal matches in a single season. His unmatched consistency and drive have turned Inter Miami into one of the league’s most talked-about teams worldwide.

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Jorge Mas, the club’s managing owner, described the new deal as a milestone moment. “We promised our fans that we would dream big to build an iconic club one that represents the passion, hard work, and dedication of all those that came before us to create a Miami built on dreams,” he said. “Leo signing through 2028 is an ode to our amazing city.”

At 38, this contract is likely to be Messi’s final professional deal. Having made his debut for Barcelona as a 17-year-old in 2004, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has spent more than half his life at the top of world football. Yet, despite his age, Messi’s hunger to compete remains undiminished. He led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, fulfilling a lifelong dream and cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players in football history. With the next World Cup set to take place in 2026 across the US, Mexico, and Canada, fans are already speculating whether Messi will feature in what could be his final global tournament.

Inter Miami’s roster, however, is expected to change significantly over the next few years. Teammates and fellow former Barcelona stars Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba are retiring at the end of this season, while Luis Suarez’s future remains uncertain. Despite these shifts, Messi remains committed to the project and determined to continue leading on and off the pitch.

Messi’s arrival in Miami has been a transformative force for the club and MLS as a whole. Ticket sales, viewership, and global recognition have surged since his signing. His pink No. 10 jersey has become the league’s best-seller and Inter Miami’s fan base has expanded dramatically not just in the US, but globally. His influence extends far beyond football. Messi has become a key marketing figure, featuring in global campaigns and even a Super Bowl commercial, further establishing himself as a cultural icon in America.

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham expressed pride in what the club has achieved since Messi joined. “Our vision was to bring the best players to Inter Miami and to this city, and that’s exactly what we have done,” Beckham said. “We brought the best player to ever play the game to our city. That shows our commitment to Miami, but it also shows Leo’s commitment to the city, to the club, and to the game. He’s still as committed as he’s ever been, and he still wants to win.”

With Messi’s future secured and the new Miami Freedom Park stadium nearing completion, the club stands at the dawn of a new era one built on ambition, legacy, and the continued brilliance of football’s most celebrated figure.

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