Lionel Messi is beefing up his real estate portfolio in a big way. The soccer superstar has gone into contract on multiple condominiums at Cipriani Residences Miami, the revered hospitality brand’s first residential tower in the United States.

Inter Miami is close to an agreement with Lionel Messi over a contract extension, which would see the Argentina forward lead his side into their new home at Miami Freedom Park next year. Messi joined Miami as a free agent in July 2023 on a deal that expires at the end of 2025 but — according to sources in the United States with knowledge of the situation — talks to prolong his stay are at an advanced stage and the 37-year-old is now expected to sign,

The Argentine legend looks set to stay in Florida for the 2026 MLS season, allowing him to play at the team's new stadium.