Lionel Messi will reportedly remain away from Inter Miami’s activities for an indefinite period as he continues to grieve following the death of his father and longtime representative, Jorge Messi. Inter Miami are understood to be respecting Messi’s need for time with his family and have placed no pressure upon him to rejoin the club.
The Argentine forward has decided to extend his stay in his homeland and has not established a date for his return to the United States, according to reports.
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He had been receiving treatment at a medical clinic in Rosario and had spent his final months alternating between the medical facility and his home. Lionel travelled from Miami to Rosario with his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, and their three children. Jorge Messi died at the age of 68 on Friday night following a prolonged illness.
He joined his mother, Celia Cuccittini, and siblings Rodrigo, Matías and María Sol before the family held a private farewell ceremony.
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Rodrigo De Paul also revealed a Messi No. Inter Miami honoured Jorge before their Leagues Cup encounter against Monterrey. A moment of silence was observed, the players wore black armbands and supporters displayed messages of solidarity with the club captain.
10 shirt after scoring during the match. Messi was absent as Inter Miami suffered a 2-1 defeat and is now reportedly expected to miss their final Leagues Cup first-phase match against Club León on Wednesday.
