Lionel Messi is ready to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo by playing into his 40s, with it reported that he will extend his Inter Miami contract to 2028.

Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday a special recognition for Lionel Messi in light of his performances with Inter Miami, just days after the controversy surrounding the All-Star Game.

Messi and Inter Miami teammate Jordi Alba were both given one-game suspensions for skipping the All-Star Game, an official MLS rule which has attracted the fury of many in recent days, and he was revealed to be incredibly upset in the immediate aftermath of the ruling.