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Messi Stays with Inter Miami, Rejects Barcelona Return

3/5/2025

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Lionel Messi, at 37, has chosen to remain with Inter Miami, turning down a return to Barcelona amid lingering tensions with the club's president. With his contract lasting until December 2025, he’s embracing life in Miami, eagerly preparing for the upcoming MLS season and the excitement of the 2026 World Cup.

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Lionel Messi, at 37, has chosen to remain with Inter Miami, turning down a return to Barcelona amid lingering tensions with the club's president. With his contract lasting until December 2025, he’s embracing life in Miami, eagerly preparing for the upcoming MLS season and the excitement of the 2026 World Cup.