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Galatasaray Pursues Four-Month Messi Loan Amid World Cup Prep

11/6/2025

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Galatasaray seeks a four-month Lionel Messi loan from Inter Miami.
The move occurs during the MLS offseason to keep him sharp for the 2026 World Cup.
Galatasaray leads the Süper Lig and would cover a substantial portion of his wages.
Messi has extended his Inter Miami contract through 2028, but dynamics with Mauro Icardi may complicate the loan.

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Story summary

Galatasaray seeks a four-month Lionel Messi loan from Inter Miami.
The move occurs during the MLS offseason to keep him sharp for the 2026 World Cup.
Galatasaray leads the Süper Lig and would cover a substantial portion of his wages.
Messi has extended his Inter Miami contract through 2028, but dynamics with Mauro Icardi may complicate the loan.