Lionel Messi takes indefinite leave from football after father’s death, no return date set for now: Report

Lionel Messi takes indefinite leave from football after father's death, no return date set for now: Report

Lionel Messi will reportedly remain away from Inter Miami’s activities for an indefinite period as he continues to grieve following the death of his father and longtime representative, Jorge Messi. Inter Miami are understood to be respecting Messi’s need for time with his family and have placed no pressure upon him to rejoin the club.

The Argentine forward has decided to extend his stay in his homeland and has not established a date for his return to the United States, according to reports.

Result

Jorge was subsequently laid to rest at the El Prado private cemetery in Pérez, near Rosario. Messi reportedly remained at his residence in Funes with his family after the ceremony rather than immediately returning to the United States. Jorge occupied a central place in his son’s personal and professional life. He helped guide Lionel’s move from Rosario to Barcelona as a teenager and later served as his representative, overseeing several of the most significant decisions of his career.

Player and Team Performance

10 shirt after scoring during the match. Messi was absent as Inter Miami suffered a 2-1 defeat and is now reportedly expected to miss their final Leagues Cup first-phase match against Club León on Wednesday. Rodrigo De Paul also revealed a Messi No.

Inter Miami honoured Jorge before their Leagues Cup encounter against Monterrey. A moment of silence was observed, the players wore black armbands and supporters displayed messages of solidarity with the club captain.