The question has typically been framed around Messi's own desire. But increasingly, the durability of his 37-year-old body and the demands his national team continues to place on him are complicating the question.

Former Bundesliga star Emil Forsberg has been left astounded by the impact Lionel Messi has had on U.S. soccer since he joined Inter Miami in the summer of 2023

Lionel Messi is undeniably the leader of Argentina's national team, and his impact on the field is beyond dispute. However, one World Cup-winning figure has raised serious concerns about the team's future.