Messi is in Qatar with Argentina, who recovered from their opening World Cup defeat to beat Mexico on Saturday
Inter Miami are close to agreeing a deal with Lionel Messi, with the US club confident that the Argentina superstar will sign after the World Cup here in Qatar.
The Miami franchise, which is co-owned by David Beckham, expect Messi to move from Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the European season, in a deal that will make the 35-year-old the highest-paid player in the history of MLS.
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The Times understands that Miami have looked to further strengthen their side by recruiting players who can complement Messi’s skills, with two former Barcelona team-mates — Cesc Fàbregas and Luis Suárez — among those who have been considered. Suárez rejoined Nacional in his native Uruguay in July while Fàbregas is now playing in Italy’s Serie B at