Lionel Messi has already become the face of Inter Miami, and now he's set to become the face of the club's new stadium.

Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that required several months to complete and ensures that the sport’s biggest icon will be with the Major League Soccer club for its planned move into a new stadium next year.

Lionel Messi penned a heartfelt note after receiving a new honour, the Key to the City of Miami.According to ESPN, the Argentinian football star on Wednesday, November 5, received the key to the city of Miami from Mayor Francis Suarez.

Miami mayor Francis Suarez gifted the key to the city to the Inter Miami CF star Wednesday and said, "I have had the wish to give this [key] to you for all that you've done for our grand city, our country and the world of football, thank you," per ESPN's Lizzy Becherano.

Lionel Messi believes there's still more for him to accomplish in soccer. Speaking at a business conference on Wednesday, the Inter Miami star said he hasn't reflected on his legacy yet and plans to enjoy playing until retirement.

Juventus have terminated the contract of Gonzalo Higuain by mutual consent, the Serie A champions have confirmed, with the Argentine forward closing in on a switch to David Beckham's Major League Soccer (MLS) side Inter Miami.