Inter Miami knows firsthand that its star, Leo Messi, may have only a few hours left in the project. He arrived as a free agent in 2023 and could leave immediately, as soon as his participation in the Club World Cup ends. Despite having a contract in force until December 31, 2025, the Argentine star has an almost irresistible offer on the table to leave.
"Al-Midan Sports", a newspaper from Saudi Arabia, has discovered that Messi's future is being negotiated. A meeting is scheduled between his father and agent, Jorge Messi, and Al-Hilal president Fahd bin Nafel. The latter is in the United States for the World Cup and wants to explore firsthand the possibility of the "10" joining his club this summer.
200 million for Messi at Al-Hilal
Al-Hilal plans to strengthen its squad with a new star after Neymar's departure. Leo Messi has been selected as the chosen one, and they're preparing a contract that would make him the highest-paid footballer on the planet. Right now, this is Cristiano Ronaldo, but the Argentine would match him by heading to Saudi Arabia as well, with an offer of €200 million ($215 million) per year, completely tax-free.
Leo Messi is reportedly considering it, as he could join the best team in Saudi Arabia with a project that keeps growing. In recent weeks, they have hired Simone Inzaghi as the coach, after reaching the Champions League final this season.
Leo Messi won't return to Barça
For months, there has been speculation about a possible return to FC Barcelona. His lifelong club, the place where he became a legend. However, Messi himself has kept his feet on the ground.
The option of retiring as a blaugrana excited many. However, today it seems more like a wish than a reality. The doors of Camp Nou aren't as open as some thought.
Leo understands his moment and his limits. He knows Barça has gone its own way. He, though grateful, has also found his own path far from Catalonia.
Messi accepts that the end is near, he accepts it calmly and enjoys every minute as if it were the last. He doesn't need to prove anything else, he has conquered every possible title. From LaLiga to the Champions League, including Copa América and the World Cup.
There won't be a return to Barça, but his departure from Inter Miami is very possible. Al-Hilal is coming with everything and is preparing many millions and a great project to convince him.