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Inter Miami 'extremely confident' of tying Lionel Messi to contract extension despite 'strong push' from Al-Ahli to bring Argentine icon to Saudi Arabia

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<p>There has been speculation over Messi's future in MLS as the World Cup-winning Argentina captain is yet to put pen to paper on a fresh Inter Miami contract. Messi's current deal, which he signed while joining the club in 2023, is valid until the end of the current calendar year, but <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6477734/2025/07/08/transfer-news-latest-arsenal-manchester-united-lionel-messi-real-madrid/?source=emp_shared_article" target="_blank"><em>The Athletic</em></a> reports that <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lionel-messi-contract-offer-saudi-arabia-500m-barcelona-competition/blta7fdaf20bac57892" target="_blank">Inter Miami are 'extremely confident' they are going to retain him</a>.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p><a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Mercato-le-club-saoudien-d-al-ahli-est-entre-en-discussions-avec-lionel-messi/1576028" target="_blank"><em>L’Equipe</em></a> reported on Monday that AFC Champions League winners and Saudi giants <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/lionel-messi-vs-cristiano-ronaldo-saudi-pro-league-club-bid-argentine-superstar-goat-reunion-inter-miami-contract/blta260e99b209a4c23" target="_blank">Al-Ahli are keen on bringing the 38-year-old star</a> to the Middle East and are making serious efforts to ensure the La Albiceleste icon signs for them. No financial details of the approach have been revealed, but Saudi Arabia is reportedly doing “everything it can to tip the scales”.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Messi has enjoyed a considerable amount of success in America since moving from Paris Saint-Germain two years ago. He has won the Leagues Cup and the Supporters' Shield with the Herons and was named MLS MVP in 2024.</p>

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<p>Javier Mascherano's Miami side are back in action on Thursday as they take on New England in a MLS clash away from home, with Messi set to play a starring role once again.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR INTER MIAMI?

Inter Miami 'extremely confident' of tying Lionel Messi to contract extension despite 'strong push' from Al-Ahli to bring Argentine icon to Saudi Arabia | Goal.com

Inter Miami are &quot;extremely confident&quot; of tying Lionel Messi to a new contract despite strong interest from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ahli. Messi, who joined the Herons in the summer of 2023, has an active contract with the club until the end of the 2025, however, the David Beckham-owned side want to retain the Argentina legend beyond this year.

Inter Miami &apos;extremely confident&apos; of tying Lionel Messi to contract extension despite &apos;strong push&apos; from Al-Ahli to bring Argentine icon to Saudi Arabia

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