Lionel Messi is reportedly closing in on his return to action for Inter Miami after taking time off following Argentina's run to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Following the tournament, the Argentine captain enjoyed a short holiday, forcing him to miss several matches for Inter Miami while Major League Soccer continued during the international break. Messi Back in Training Ahead of Leagues CupAccording to reporter Jose Armando, Messi has now returned to training with Inter Miami and is expected to feature in next week's Leagues Cup opener against Atletico San Luis. He added that Messi is fully fit and should be available for Inter Miami's opening Leagues Cup fixture. Inter Miami Chasing Top Spot Without MessiDespite Messi's absence, Inter Miami have remained firmly in the MLS title race.