Inter Miami CF finally decided to make a splash this offseason. After the team failed to attract some big European stars they targeted in recent months, Inter turned to Liga MX and managed to make a deal for attacking midfielder Rodolfo Pizarro with Monterrey.
Miami was linked with Pizarro for several weeks now, with multiple reports surfacing about the deal. According to sources, Inter managed to get the move done by meeting the release clause in player’s contract, reportedly set at $12 million.
The 25-year-old was signed as a Designated Player, filling one of the team’s two remaining DP spots. Inter is saving the second in hopes that they will still manage to bring a proven veteran from Europe.
“We’re very happy to have a player of Rodolfo’s quality join the Club,” said Inter Miami’s sporting director Paul McDonough. “He is a creative midfielder who strengthens our roster and elevates everyone’s quality on the field.”
Rodolfo Pizarro spent his entire career in native Mexico, where he also played with Guadalajara and Pachuca. He joined Monterrey in 2018 and has since played in 63 games in all competitions, contributing with nine goals and five assists.
Pizarro has also been a member of Mexico’s national team since 2014. He played 25 games in total for the first team and managed to score five goals.
