FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that required several months to complete and ensures that the sport's biggest icon will be with the Major League Soccer club for its planned move into a new stadium next year.

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Lionel Messi has agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, ensuring he stays with the team as they move to a new stadium next year

The deal was announced Thursday, a day before Inter Miami's playoff opener against Nashville

Messi's presence is expected to boost ticket sales as the club prepares for the move into the stadium near Miami International Airport

He was the league's MVP last season and is favored to win again this year

The deal was announced Thursday, one day before Inter Miami's p

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