“He’ll Shine at Inter Miami” – Messi Reaches Out to Real Madrid’s Forgotten Brazilian Star, But His Reply Shocks Everyone

Lionel Messi continues to shape Inter Miami both on and off the pitch — and his latest move could signal a major shift in the club’s recruitment strategy. The Argentine legend has reportedly extended a personal invitation to a young Brazilian star who has struggled for playing time at Real Madrid, sparking intense speculation across both sides of the Atlantic.

Messi’s Message: “He’s Young, Talented, and Deserves a Fresh Start”

In an interview with TyC Sports, Messi was asked about the future of Inter Miami and the possibility of new arrivals. While he remained tight-lipped about most transfer targets, he openly praised one forgotten figure at Real Madrid:

“There’s a player at Madrid who hasn’t been getting the chances he deserves. He’s young, very talented, and full of potential. If he came to Inter Miami, I’m sure he would shine.”

Though Messi did not mention the player by name, insiders close to Inter Miami and Real Madrid have confirmed that the player in question is Reinier Jesus, the Brazilian attacking midfielder signed by Real in 2020.

Reinier’s Stunning Reply

Just hours after Messi’s comments surfaced, Reinier took to social media with a cryptic yet pointed response. In a now-viral Instagram story, he wrote:

“I appreciate the admiration, especially coming from a legend like Leo. But my dream is still to succeed in Europe — especially in Spain.”

The message was respectful, but firm. Sources close to Reinier have confirmed he has no immediate plans to leave Europe, despite being largely overlooked by Real Madrid since his return from loan spells in Germany and Spain.

Fans React: Mixed Emotions from Both Camps

Messi’s fans applauded his effort to help a struggling talent reignite his career, with many praising his humility and leadership.

“Messi isn’t just a player — he’s building a future,” one fan posted on X.
“Imagine Reinier with Messi, Suarez, and Busquets. That would be fire,” another added.

On the other hand, some Madrid fans took the opportunity to criticize their club’s handling of Reinier’s development, questioning why such a promising talent is being wasted on the bench.

Is the Door Fully Closed?

Despite Reinier’s response, transfer experts suggest that Inter Miami may not be giving up just yet. The club reportedly remains in contact with the player’s representatives and is hoping to revisit the conversation in the January transfer window.