Lionel Messi Now a Free Agent, Sparks Transfer Speculations
Football icon and Inter Miami skipper, Lionel Messi, has officially entered free agency, fueling widespread speculation about his next career move.
Despite having an active contract with Inter Miami until December 2025, Messi is now eligible to negotiate with other clubs, thanks to FIFA’s six-month rule, which allows players to sign pre-contract agreements once they are within the final six months of their existing deal.
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This status change has reignited transfer talks, with sources hinting at Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal preparing a lucrative offer to secure the services of the Argentine superstar.
Although Messi has remained publicly committed to Inter Miami, insiders suggest that his long-term plans — particularly concerning the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico — could play a major role in shaping his next move.
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As of now, no official statement has been made by Messi or Inter Miami. However, with the global football market closely watching, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s future promises to dominate headlines in the weeks ahead.