Is Messi considering a move beyond MLS? Here is what you need to know

Lionel Messi is pondering a move away from Major League Soccer. As per reports, Lionel Messi may leave Inter Miami CF as he looks ahead to the FIFA World Cup. Messi is seeking a more competitive league to better prepare for the tournament. 

Lionel Messi is considering the idea of moving to a more competitive league six months before the FIFA World Cup next year.

The reports came after Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami CF were subjected to defeat by Paris St. Germain at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday. The European champions did not show any mercy to the American outfit as they wrapped up the game in the first half. Following a 4-0 thrashing, fans also opined that the player did not deserve such humiliation and should leave the club before the end of the season. It remains interesting to see how this pans out in the summer. 

What is Lionel Messi’s contract situation?

Lionel Messi’s contract with Inter Miami runs till December 2025, but the Argentine forward will be free to negotiate with clubs in July for a Bosman transfer. While the outlets in England and Italy suggest that he has offers from top clubs, there is no official statement on the same. The Catalonian fans hope that he returns to his former club, with them having a successful season in 2024/25. 

How has Lionel Messi fared at Inter Miami CF?

Ever since his move from Paris St Germain, Lionel Messi has led the team from the front. The 38-year-old continues to enjoy goal-scoring returns in Major League Soccer, breaking several records. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has scored 50 goals from 63 games while also bagging 23 assists. He has helped Inter Miami register its footprint in the American footballing ecosystem by helping them win the Leagues Cup and the Supporters Shield.