Reports said Lionel Messi does not intend to leave Inter Miami and is not planning a return to Newell's Old Boys.
Position on his future
According to Sport, Messi has no intention of changing clubs or seeking a move any time soon. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano said Messi is neither considering nor weighing up any change over the club he will represent, whether in the coming months or the long term.
Romano said: "Messi is happy at Inter Miami, despite the recent information circulating about his first club in Argentina."
Contract and talks
Messi's current contract runs until 2028. He intends to respect his contract and see it through to the end. There are no talks with any other club.
Romano did not rule out an extension beyond 2028, though he said it is far too early to decide.
Life in the United States
Romano said Messi and his family feel settled and happy in the United States.
Other developments
GOAL said Messi was crowned with the Princess of Asturias Award for Sport for 2026. GOAL said he has founded the Messi Cup, an international youth tournament aimed at unearthing young talent.
