LIonel Messi’s future in MLS is no longer in doubt. The Argentine star confirmed his commitment to David Beckham’s project by signing a contract extension with Inter Miami that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2028 season.
The Argentine captain’s previous contract was due to expire at the end of 2026, but the new extension ensures he will continue wearing Inter Miami’s pink for at least three more years. The news was welcomed by both fans and club management, especially Beckham, who was instrumental in bringing Messi to MLS in 2023.
David Beckham comments on Lionel Messi
Inter Miami’s co-owner reacted on social media shortly after Messi’s contract renewal was officially announced, sharing an emotional message recalling the beginning of the club’s project and the Argentine’s importance in its development.
“When we started this journey, our vision was to bring the best player to Miami. In 2023, we brought the best player to ever play this sport to our city. Today we are so happy that he is as dedicated as ever and still wants to wear Miami pink and play for our team,” Beckham said on Instagram.
In 2023, we welcome the greatest player in the history of our sport.
The former England international also highlighted Messi’s influence on the growth of U.S. soccer and the development of a new generation of players.
“As an owner, I feel very lucky to have a player who loves football as much as I do, who has contributed so much to the sport in this country and who has inspired the next generation of young talent. Thank you, Leo. This is the future.”
Messi, symbol of a global project
Since coming to Miami, Lionel Messi has completely changed the American soccer world. His presence not only raised the level of competition in MLS, but also increased international interest in the club and the league.
By renewing his contract until 2028, Inter Miami reaffirms its ambitious sporting and commercial projects and solidifies the Argentine player as a central part of its long-term strategy.
The relationship between Beckham and Messi remains one of the most iconic in modern football. He is a legend who dreamed of bringing the best players in the world to his team, and another who found in Miami the perfect place to write the final chapter of his career.
