Transfer Market: Messi in advanced talks with Al Ahli
According to information from L’Équipe, Lionel Messi is reportedly in talks with Al-Ahli for a possible transfer to the Saudi Pro League, a move that could be finalized later this year.
Lionel Messi wearing the Inter Miami jersey @AFP
Lionel Messi in Saudi Arabia? This is the bombshell dropped by the media outlet L’Equipe, which reports the Argentine forward is in negotiation with Al Ahli for a possible move this year.
Such a move would see La Pulga reuniting with Cristiano Ronaldo in the same league, thus reigniting one of the greatest rivalries in modern football history. To remind, the Portuguese superstar recently re-signed with Al-Nassr, extending his Middle Eastern adventure until 2026.
Currently tied to Inter Miami until December 2025, Messi (38 years old) has not yet started formal discussions for a contract extension with the MLS franchise. This contractual uncertainty fuels speculation about a possible departure at the end of the next season.
Still according to L’Équipe, Al-Ahli’s executives have reportedly been working “for several weeks” to convince the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner to join their ambitious project.