Lionel Messi Set to Become Owner of Inter Miami After Retirement- Reports

According to reports, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have fully agreed on a new deal that will keep him at the club for at least two more years, with an option for a third. The extension isn’t just about his playing career either once he hangs up his boots, Messi is set to take on a new role as part-owner of the club, giving him a lasting stake in Inter Miami’s future.

Lionel Messi Shines Once Again for Inter Miami

Lionel Messi once again proved why he’s still the biggest name in football, scoring twice and assisting another as Inter Miami edged DC United 3-2 in a wild night at Chase Stadium. The Argentine legend has now hit 22 league goals this season, and this latest performance was another reminder of just how much he’s transformed the team.

Messi’s first big moment came in the 35th minute, slipping a perfect through ball to Tadeo Allende, who coolly finished to open the scoring. But DC weren’t going down quietly Christian Benteke equalized early in the second half with a strong header from a Brendan Servania cross. Messi quickly restored Miami’s advantage, linking up beautifully with Jordi Alba before tucking the ball past the keeper.

Miami could’ve put the game away when Mateo Silvetti earned a penalty, but he smashed his shot off the bar. Luckily for the home fans, Messi stepped up again in the 85th minute, curling in a trademark finish from the edge of the box. DC pulled one back deep into stoppage time through Jacob Murrell, but Miami held on. For Messi, it was his 16th game with both a goal and an assist, tying Carlos Vela for second all-time in MLS history.