Lionel Messi had recently extended his contract with Inter Miami until 2028 and isn't likely to call time on his playing career before that. Reuters
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Firstpost07-01-2026, 18:45

Messi Reveals Post-Retirement Dream: Club Owner, Not Coach

  • Lionel Messi prefers club ownership over coaching or managing after retiring from football.
  • He aims to create opportunities for young players and build an important club from the ground up.
  • Messi is currently playing for Inter Miami and is expected to end his international career after the FIFA World Cup.
  • He has expressed a growing interest in the business world, learning about what comes next.
  • Messi is already involved with Deportivo LSM (Uruguayan club) and Leones de Rosario FC (Argentine club) as a partner.

Why It Matters: Messi envisions a post-football career as a club owner, focusing on youth development and business.

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