A report from the Spanish outlet Sport claimed that Lionel Messi could join Liverpool on a loan from Inter Miami until the Major League Soccer season starts at the end of February. This information has not been reported by major Liverpool outlets. David O’Connell stated his belief that there is no truth to the rumour.

Liverpool are considering a bid to sign Inter Miami's 38-year-old Argentinian forward Lionel Messi on a short-term loan before the new Major League Soccer season begins. He has 196 caps and 115 goals for Argentina, and his current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €15.00m. The player has also been linked with FC Barcelona.