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Lionel Messi will continue playing in the MLS for a few more years after Inter Miami confirmed that the Argentine star signed a contract extension that expires in 2028. Messi is expected to fulfill the contract, but many expect this contract to be the last of his professional career. With Messi’s time in professional football getting closer to the end, many fans are curious to know what the Argentine star plans to do. Many football fans assume that most football players will want to become coaches and managers for teams, while others believe some will choose to become club owners in the future. Messi was present at the America Business Forum tonight at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, and he was interviewed on stage by Francis Suarez, the Mayor of Miami, in front of many fans. Messi asked about his success in football, Inter Miami, his family, and retirement. As the 2026 World Cup gets closer, Messi was asked about his post-retirement plans when the moment arrives. Messi suggested that he will prepare to fully focus on becoming a businessman. Lionel Messi Shares Passion for Business Lionel Messi expresses his desire to learn more about business and to improve in the business world after playing professional football for nearly two decades. Messi has already been involved in business with hotels [MiM Hotels], clothing brands [The Messi Store], and hydration drinks [Más+ by Messi]. The Inter Miami star says, “I’ve had a long sports career, and it’s still ongoing, and I’ve always had people around me whom I trust to take care of all those matters. But it’s also true that lately I’ve started to show greater interest in everything that’s being done, and in what can be done in the future.” Messi mentions that the end of his career is getting closer, but states that business could be his focus after retiring from professional football. The Argentine player said, “Unfortunately, football has a limited lifespan, and at some point, your career has to end. I love starting to think about what I can do after that, and in which direction I can head.” Messi continues saying, “The world of business is something that interests me, and I love it, and I want to learn and keep learning a lot, because the truth is, I still don’t know anything yet. I’m now beginning my journey in this field as a businessman.”
