The 31-year-old star is officially Messi's club teammate after Inter Miami announced De Paul's arrival on Friday. It's a reunion for the two Argentina stars who led the Albiceleste to the 2022 World Cup title in Qatar.

Lionel Messi has launched a new 'global tournament' culminating in competing 'ballers' playing in front of the icon in Miami.

Amid uncertainty about his contract renewal with Inter Miami, Lionel Messi's future has been linked with numerous teams, including Italy's Como. In response, team president Mirwan Suwarso addressed rumors about the Argentine star possibly joining their squad.

Rodrigo De Paul will reportedly first join on loan this summer as the Herons add a major reinforcement to the midfield.

With his presence in the national team in doubt, Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario made a bold statement on Lionel Messi and Argentina national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi has yet to confirm whether he’ll suit up for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup,

Messi and team-mate Jordi Alba were both suspended from the home fixture in Fort Lauderdale, following their controversial decision to withdraw from this week’s MLS All-Star Game in Texas.