The return is postponed. Lionel Messi makes a surprising decision following his father's death

Family comes first right now.

Details: Argentina national team captain and Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has decided to remain in Argentina for an indefinite period. The 39-year-old star has chosen to spend time with his loved ones during this extremely difficult moment for his family.

According to the reputable outlet Doble Amarilla, there is currently no set date for his return to the United States. As a result, it's unclear when Messi will be back on the pitch to help his team.

This means Lionel will definitely miss Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup match against León, scheduled for August 13.

It's worth noting that this season Messi has played 18 matches for Inter Miami, scoring 15 goals and providing 8 assists. According to Transfermarkt, the legendary Argentine striker's market value is estimated at 15 million euros.

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