In soccer, surprises are the essence that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. Just when we thought we had figured out the future of Lionel Messi in the sunny backdrop of Miami, the soccer maestro throws us all a curveball. As Inter Miami suffered a humiliating 2-1 defeat in the US Open Cup final against Houston Dynamo, they are reportedly in talks to schedule a shocking friendly match that has the fans buzzing with excitement.

As the dust settles on Lionel Messi’s highly-publicized move to Inter Miami CF, there’s an additional twist to the tale that could reshape the Argentine legend’s iconic career.

Inter Miami’s audacious move

As per reports that emerged recently, David Beckham’s Inter Miami is reportedly planning to schedule a friendly match against a very interesting Argentine club. Although the club which is situated in Rosario isn’t one of the biggest in Argentina, it is the birth place of Lionel Messi; the club where he started his youth career and played under the enigmatic Marcelo Bielsa.

According to a tweet by @gastonedul, Inter Miami is reportedly in the final stages of arranging a friendly match with none other than Lionel Messi’s beloved boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys. The club is planning to schedule this exciting match in January/February at their home stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Miami.

The friendly game is poised to be a spectacle, drawing fans from across the globe to witness the soccer icon in action against his boyhood team. This news has added a layer of excitement to Inter Miami’s ongoing journey in the MLS.

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However, there’s another twist to the story. While the world had been led to believe that Messi’s American dream was set in stone, it appears that the Argentine maestro has other plans up his sleeve. Lionel Messi is considering returning to his roots once he completes his journey with the Herons. He has stated multiple times that he wishes to hang up his boots at Newell’s Old Boys, where he started his soccer journey. It seems like, very soon he’ll trigger his plan in action.

Lionel Messi eyes his next destination after leaving USA

As reported by The National, it has come to light that Lionel Messi has no intention of retiring in Miami. Instead, he has set his sights on a poignant and sentimental return to Newell’s Old Boys, where it all began. Messi left Newell’s at the tender age of 13 to embark on a remarkable journey with FC Barcelona. The Catalans helped him develop and grow as a soccer player and provided financial support.

Throughout his career, Messi has openly declared his undying support for the Rosario-based club, often expressing his desire to don the red and black stripes once again before retiring from professional soccer. The dream, which seemed highly improbable during his years in Europe, now excitingly appears to be within his reach, as Messi sets his eye on his post-Miami future.

Miami’s decision to schedule a friendly match with Newell’s Old Boys not only serves as a gesture of goodwill but also as a strategic move to capitalize on Messi’s connection with the club. Soccer enthusiasts around the world will be eagerly waiting for the clash between Miami and Newell’s, as it’ll represent more than just a friendly match.

It is still unclear what Messi’s decision means for Inter Miami’s future, but it is clear that they are still a club on the rise. If they can continue to build a strong squad and create a winning culture, there is no reason why they cannot challenge for major trophies in the future.

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