Inter Miami manager Javier Mascherano shares Lionel Messi's contract renewal talks are happening privately between the player and the club.

The Leagues Cup makes its return this week, first with a batch of matches on Tuesday that included Toluca's win over reigning champions Columbus Crew on penalties. The action continues on Wednesday and Thursday, much of the attention on Inter Miami as superstar Lionel Messi welcomes another friend to South Florida.

Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday a special recognition for Lionel Messi in light of his performances with Inter Miami, just days after the controversy surrounding the All-Star Game.