Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are working to trigger the one-year extension in his contract that will keep him at the club until after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Lionel Messi and MLS club Inter Miami are reportedly progressing toward a contract extension. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, talks between the two sides have advanced and they are close to an agreement, which is expected to be finalized soon.

Lionel Messi is reportedly close to signing a new contract with Inter Miami, which is expected to extend his stay at the club beyond 2025. The deal would see him lead the team into their new Miami Freedom Park stadium in 2026.