Inter Miami have agreed to extend the contract of a player who will continue to be Lionel Messi’s teammate in Major League Soccer. While competing in the Eastern Conference Playoffs of Major League Soccer,

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The World Cup winner extended his MLS contract with Inter Miami through 2028 — "I'm happy living in Miami, as is my family, and honestly, the decision was easy.""

The two GOATs, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, are joined by Balon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele and Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on the FIFPRO World 11 short list.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were both named as finalists for the 2025 FIFPRO Men’s World 11. The two greats, who both missed out on nominations for the 2025 Ballon d’Or award, stand among the biggest superstars in the game on the 26-player shortlist for this year’s World 11.

That Messi is playing so well in the latter portion of his career at 38 years old makes his admiration of Jordan, James and Curry all the more notable. Jordan won his sixth championship at 35 years old and then returned to play until he was 40 following retirement. James remains one of the league's top players at 40 years old, as does Curry at 37.

While it looks like an exciting signing for Inter Miami to make, some beleive that the club should. tosign another player instead. Former USMNT forward Taylor Twellman advises Inter Miami to look and sign an FC Barcelona star.