MIAMI: The Argentine forward stated that he has no idea what he would do when the time for retirement comes, and he will not use his age as a determining factor in his retirement plans.
Messi, who spent 17 years playing for Barcelona before joining Inter Miami last year and Paris St. Germain in 2021, will turn 37 in less than three months, but he is certain that his age won’t dictate when he hangs up his boots.
In an interview that was released on Wednesday, Messi stated on the Big Time podcast, “I know that the moment I feel that I am no longer performing, that I am no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates [I will retire].”
“I am quite critical of myself. I am aware of my strengths and weaknesses as well as when I am playing well and poorly. I won’t let my age stop me when I decide it’s time to make that move. I’ll try to compete again if I feel well since I enjoy it and I know how to do it.
When asked if he had begun to consider his future move, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner couldn’t give a clear response.
“I haven’t given it much thought yet. I make an effort to live in the present and not worry about the future. As of now, I have no precise information,” Messi remarked. Since I enjoy playing, I intend to carry on for a bit more. When the time comes, I’ll undoubtedly find a new role as well as a path that fulfills me and my interests.
Messi’s hamstring issue prevented him from playing in Argentina’s friendly matches this month against Costa Rica and El Salvador in the United States.
