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Al Hilal not giving up on Messi idea as talks with father heat up

Written by Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp is an experienced sports writer covering Soccer, NBA and NHL. He also writes in depth reviews of sports betting sites based on his personal experience.
, | Updated: June 26, 2025
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    Key Takeaways:

  • Messi’s father met with Al Hilal chairman as Saudi talks intensify
  • No player demands from Messi, focus remains on transfer terms
  • Inter Miami star has 50 goals, 24 assists in 62 games for the club

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, has met with Al Hilal’s chairman, Fahd bin Nafel, according to local sources. Messi’s contract with Inter Miami expires at the end of this year, and the Saudi club is eager to sign him. Discussions are ongoing and becoming more serious, with Messi in direct contact with Mr. Abdullah Hamad, Director of the Mahd Academy, and Saudi Pro League officials. The Argentine star has not requested any specific players to join him in the Saudi League, focusing solely on transfer conditions without presenting demands or a shopping list.

Messi led Inter Miami to the knockout stage of the Club World Cup, scoring a stunning free-kick goal against Porto in a 2-1 victory. Al Hilal is also competing in the tournament in America. The football legend, familiar with Riyadh from previous visits, was notably impressed by the city’s houses and schools. Regardless of the outcome, Messi will personally choose the club he joins. So far, Messi has played 62 matches for Inter Miami, scoring 50 goals and providing 24 assists.

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