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Messi Extends Inter Miami Contract, Commits to Club's New Stadium
23 Oct
Summary
- Messi signs 3-year contract extension with Inter Miami through 2028
- Will lead Miami into their new stadium, Miami Freedom Park, next year
- Messi, 38, has provided 71 goals and 37 assists in 82 appearances for Miami
In a major move for Inter Miami and Major League Soccer (MLS), soccer superstar Lionel Messi has signed a 3-year contract extension with the club, keeping him in the United States through 2028. The new deal will see the 38-year-old Messi lead Miami into their brand new stadium, Miami Freedom Park, next year and play past his 40th birthday.
Messi joined Inter Miami in July 2023 in a landmark transfer, following his departure from Paris Saint-Germain. Since then, he has been a dominant force for the club, providing 71 goals and 37 assists in 82 appearances across all competitions. Messi was named the MLS MVP in 2024 after scoring 21 goals in 22 league games, helping Miami finish top of the overall standings and qualify for the Club World Cup.
This season, Messi has continued his stellar play, registering 37 goals and 19 assists in 43 appearances as Miami finished third in the Eastern Conference to secure a playoff berth. With the contract extension now official, Messi and his Miami teammates will have their sights set on lifting the MLS Cup in the coming years.
