Laporta promised to give Messi the farewell he deserves, something that did not happen during his sudden departure. In statements to the Catalan platform "3cat," Laporta said: "We are committed to giving Lionel Messi the grand farewell he deserves."

According to media reports, the future of the Argentine legend Lionel Messi is close to being decided, with all signs pointing to him signing a new contract with his current club, Inter Miami, whose contract expires at the end of December.

The 38-year-old star, who has led the team to remarkable successes, seems set to continue his career in Major League Soccer for the coming years.

Extension negotiations in their final stages According to "SPOX," citing renowned transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano, negotiations between Messi and Inter Miami’s management regarding a contract renewal are "at a very advanced stage."

Romano stated: "Lionel Messi is expected to stay and sign a new contract. The final details are currently being finalized," adding that Messi is fully focused on the club’s project.

Although the new contract’s duration has not been officially disclosed, recent reports indicate the extension will be for two additional years, running until the end of 2027. This means the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will continue playing until he turns forty.

Focus on the MLS dream Before finalizing the renewal, Messi is fully focused on his main goal this season: the MLS Playoffs, which are about to begin.

The "Little Flea" aims to lead Inter Miami to their first-ever league title after a remarkable regular season, during which he scored 29 goals and provided 16 assists in just 28 matches.

Inter Miami’s first playoff opponent will be Nashville SC, with the first match of the best-of-three series scheduled for next Friday.

Laporta’s promise: Legendary farewell at Barcelona Meanwhile, the relationship between Messi and his former club Barcelona appears to be healing after his shocking departure in 2021.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta revealed that his relationship with the club legend "is gradually returning to normal" after deteriorating due to the failed contract renewal at the time.

Most importantly, Laporta promised to give Messi the farewell he deserves, which did not occur during his sudden exit. He told "3cat": "We are committed to giving Lionel Messi the grand farewell he deserves."

So far, no date has been set for this tribute match.

Another international milestone for the Little Flea This development in Messi’s future comes as he continues breaking records at the international level. During Argentina’s 6-0 victory over Puerto Rico last Wednesday, Messi provided two assists.

With these two assists, Messi’s total reached 60 assists for the Argentina national team, making him the record-holder for the most assists in international football, surpassing both Brazil’s Neymar and the United States’ Landon Donovan, who each had 58 assists.