Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami suffered a crushing defeat 4-0 against Paris Saint-Germain in the Round of 16 of the Club World Cup.

This loss saw Inter Miami's elimination from the competition, followed by doubts surfacing over the Argentine icon's future at the Major League Soccer club.

With his current contract at Inter Miami expiring at the end of this year, several reports suggested that Messi could consider playing in a more competitive league for the six months leading up to the 2026 World Cup.

However, Inter Miami have been reported to be confident about keeping Messi at the club for longer, with his contract including an option for a 12-month extension.

Now, former Argentine star, Juan Sebastian Veron, has shared his thoughts on Messi playing the World Cup next year.

What did Juan Sebastian Veron say about Lionel Messi's chances in the 2026 World Cup?

Speaking after Inter Miami's loss against PSG, Veron expressed his opinions on Messi's chances in the upcoming World Cup.