The comments follow recent remarks from CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez, who publicly floated the idea of the 39-year-old participating in the competition before he concludes his club career. With the Copa Libertadores title being one of the few major honors missing from his extensive collection, the potential challenge is reportedly one that resonates with the forward.
Messi's Impact and Future Ambitions
Speaking after Inter Miami’s dominant 4-0 victory over DC United, González emphasized that the club remains open to the idea. While he noted that the formal decision-making process is still underway, he expressed enthusiasm about the prospect of seeing the star player test himself in the continental tournament. González stated that the possibility has been explored for some time and that the team is prepared for any developments regarding his participation.
The victory against DC United marked a significant return to form for Miami, snapping a four-match winless streak. Messi played a pivotal role in the win, netting two goals in his first match back from international duty. His 47th-minute opener, assisted by Luis Suárez, was followed by a second strike in the 60th minute, extending his impressive run of goal contributions to 10 consecutive Major League Soccer matches. Currently, the forward leads the
High Standards at Inter Miami
Beyond the speculation surrounding the Copa Libertadores, González highlighted the profound influence Messi exerts on the daily operations at Inter Miami. The coach noted that the veteran’s relentless pursuit of excellence forces everyone at the club, from the coaching staff to his teammates, to maintain peak performance levels.
González described the atmosphere created by the forward as one of constant challenge, noting that Messi’s high standards mean there is no room for complacency. He explained that the player’s competitive drive is so intense that he expects perfection in every play, which in turn pushes the entire organization to improve. While a move to the Copa Libertadores remains a possibility rather than a confirmed development, the focus remains on his immediate impact at the club as they look to close the 14-point gap behind league leaders Nashville SC.
