Lionel Messi Considers European Return as Cesc Fàbregas’s Como Enters Race

 Argentine football legend Lionel Messi, currently with Inter Miami in the MLS, is reportedly considering a return to Europe, with Como, Serie A side managed by Cesc Fàbregas, emerging as a contender on July 25, 2025. 

The 38-year-old, who joined Inter Miami in 2023 after leaving Paris Saint-Germain, has scored 32 goals in 34 games, but recent interviews suggest he misses European competition. Fàbregas, Messi’s former Barcelona teammate, has initiated talks, leveraging their 2004-2014 camaraderie, with Como’s ownership group, backed by U.S. investors including the D’Onofrio family, willing to offer a £10 million annual salary plus incentives.

Messi’s contract with Inter Miami expires in December 2025, and while MLS officials express confidence in his retention. Como’s pitch includes a player-coach role post-retirement, aligning with Messi’s desire to mentor. The narrative of a potential return is fueled by nostalgia and Fàbregas’s influence, though Messi’s decision will hinge on family considerations and competitive allure, with no official confirmation yet.