However, on Monday (July 7), French outlet L’Equipe reported that Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli, currently AFC Champions League holders, were ‘in talks’ with Messi regarding a potential move to the Middle East when the Argentinian becomes a free agent this winter.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as CF Montréal 1–4 Inter Miami CF: Player Ratings as Herons Return to MLS With a Big Win. Lionel Messi scored twice and picked up an assist on Saturday, as Inter Miami CF returned to MLS regular season action with a vengeance, picking up a 4–1 win over CF Montréal.