Considering the importance of Sunday’s clash in the Herons' pursuit of top spot in the Eastern Conference, Messi could keep his spot in attack alongside Luis Suarez, while Tadeo Allende and Allen Obando are other options Mascherano may call upon if needed.

Inter Miami aims to gain ground in MLS standings with games vs New England, Nashville, Cincinnati, NY Red Bulls.

While it might be unlikely that Messi leaves Miami, if he does Saudi Arabian teams are planning to entice him to the Pro League

Javier Mascherano has made Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami's objective clear after their elimination from the Club World Cup.