Lionel Messi a 36-years-old Argentina captain has announced that Inter Miami will be the final club of his career. Last summer Messi joined the Major League soccer side has a contract with the club until 2025.In a interview with ESPN Lionel Messi expressed his attachment for the game but admitted feeling ” a little bit scared” at the thought of the day he eventually hangs up his boots.
“Inter Miami will be my last club. I love playing football. I am not ready to leave football. I have done this all my life, I enjoy training, the day-to-day, the matches…And yes , there is always a little bit of fear that it’s all over.” Messi stated.
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner highlight that he is not yet ready to bid farewell to the sport that has been an integral part of his life.
Right now Lionel Messi is focused on preparing to defend their Copa America title with Argentine national team. The tournament is going to start on 20th June in United States. In the opening match Argentina facing Canada. The team will then take on their Group A contests, Chile, on 25th June, followed by a clash against Peru after four days.