despite Lionel Messi's great love for Barcelona and his desire to return to the city after his athletic career ends, the Argentine star currently has no plans for any direct association with the Catalan club, according to the newspaper "Sport".

His relationship with the current management of Barcelona remains cold, and there are no signs of a near return or collaboration with the current administration. Messi has been staying away from media appearances lately and prefers to focus on his current career with Inter Miami.

As for his immediate future, Messi is expected to continue his career with Inter Miami for a longer period. The American club aims to make Messi the star of the opening of their new stadium, which will open next year ahead of the 2026 World Cup, allowing Messi to stay on the field until the next World Cup.

On another note, Major League Soccer is exploring a modification to its match schedule to mimic the major European leagues, which could change the shape of competition starting in 2027, potentially affecting player deals in the American league.

So far, things remain unclear regarding Messi's future after 2027, but it is certain that the Argentine star will continue his professional career away from Barcelona in the upcoming period.