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Inter Miami · Messi · MLS · Real Estate Development
Lionel Messi signed a three-year contract extension with Major League Soccer club Inter Miami, committing to the team through 2028 and reinforcing the club's $1 billion Miami Freedom Park development, which includes a new $350 million stadium.
Messi initially joined Inter Miami in 2023 on a deal reportedly worth $60 million annually and over $150 million in total, which also promised him equity in the club upon retirement and includes separate deals with Apple for TV subscriptions. His contract extension directly supports Inter Miami's ongoing construction of a new 25,000-capacity stadium, a $350 million component of the larger $1 billion Miami Freedom Park project.
This expansive development, owned by David Beckham, Jorge Mas, and Jose Mas, will also feature baseball fields, a 58-acre park, a soccer village, and a tech hub. Owner Jorge Mas stated the extension through 2028 delivers on promises to build an "iconic club" and signifies a new chapter for the city.
Messi expressed happiness to continue with the project, calling it a "beautiful reality." The club is currently participating in the MLS Cup playoffs.
