Inter Miami has announced that Lionel Messi will be out indefinitely after tests on Tuesday confirmed a ligament injury in his right ankle, sustained during the Copa América final.
Inter Miami released a statement saying, “After a medical evaluation, it has been determined that Leo Messi has suffered a ligament injury in his right ankle. The captain’s availability will be determined by periodic assessments and the progress of his recovery.”
Lionel Messi was seen on the bench with a swollen right ankle and later posted on Instagram that he hoped to return soon. His condition will be monitored, and updates will be provided based on his recovery progress.
Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino mentioned before the tests that Messi would likely miss at least the next two games. Martino stated, “He twisted his ankle, and the injury is present, so tests are needed and wait for results.”
Inter Miami will face Toronto FC on Wednesday night and Chicago Fire on Saturday night.
They will begin the defense of their Leagues Cup title on July 27 at Puebla.
The team is currently second in the Eastern Conference standings.
