Jan 30 (Reuters) - Argentina great Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 World Cup, but is too early to make any official announcements, his national coach Lionel Scaloni said on Thursday.

Lionel Messi of Inter Miami during the friendly match ... He’s a young man whom I have followed since his start at Godoy Cruz in Argentina. I saw his progress and think he can help us a lot.” ...

Buenos Aires – Argentina great Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 World Cup, but is too early to make any official announcements, his national coach Lionel Scaloni said on Jan 30.

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According to reports (via SB Nation), the new deal includes a special clause that could see Messi return to Europe on loan, allowing him to prepare for Argentina’s World Cup defense in 2026.