Inter Miami won’t pursue Benfica’s winger Angel Di Maria, according to head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino.

Di Maria, who is the teammate of club star Lionel Messi on Argentina’s national team, has been linked with Inter for quite some time now. It was believed that the MLS side is waiting for Di Maria’s contract with Benfica to expire in the summer before bringing him to the United States.

However, Martino recently told Paraguayan radio Monumental that Miami isn’t in the position to sign players like Di Maria due to MLS roster rules.  

“There is nothing that has been officially received from the sports director regarding Ángel [Di María],” Martino said. “The league has certain economic restrictions, some limits, and we are complying with them well within that rule. But today I do not see any type of hiring as feasible, especially such exceptional players.”

Inter Miami currently has Messi, forward Leonardo Campana, and midfielder Sergio Busquets as Designated Players. Two other former Barcelona stars, Luis Suárez and Jordi Alba, are believed to be on salaries that take up a large chunk of the team’s salary cap.

Ángel Di María signed a one-year deal with Benfica, the club where he started his European career in 2007, this past summer. He has been enjoying quite a productive season, scoring 16 goals and adding 15 assists in 46 games in all competitions.

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Inter Miami announced on Tuesday that they have signed Paraguay international midfielder Matias Rojas on a contract until the end of the 2024 season. Rojas is expected to provide depth to the MLS side’s injury-ravaged roster with his ability to play various midfield positions. 

Rojas will join Inter as a free agent following a stint with Brazil’s powerhouse Corinthians.

“I’m happy, joining a spectacular Club like Inter Miami is a dream come true. I’m excited to compete and help my teammates achieve the team’s objectives,” said Rojas in a statement released by the club.

Rojas started his professional career with Paraguay side Cerro Porteño before embarking on stints with Lanus, Defensa y Justicia, Racing Club, and Corinthians. He hasn’t played a single game since February, being involved in a wage dispute with Corinthians.

Rojas has also been a frequent feature on the Paraguay national team in recent years, making 16 international appearances and scoring one goal.

Inter Miami was recently hit with a number of injuries. Youngster Diego Gomez is currently dealing with a sprained ankle and is expected to miss up to six months, while the club also can’t count on left-back Jordi Alba, forward Leonardo Campana, and attacking midfielder Facundo Farias for the time being.

Despite this, Inter is currently sitting at the top of the Eastern Conference with 18 points from the first 10 matches of the campaign.

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Inter Miami are reportedly cleaning house ahead of the 2024 MLS season. According to Tom Bogert of The Athletic, Miami made several players available for transfer, including USMNT right back DeAndre Yedlin, in an effort to become roster-compliant for the upcoming campaign.

Besides Yedlin, Miami would also like to move on from defensive midfielder Gregore, attacking midfielder Jean Mota, wing-back Robert Taylor and defender Sergii Kryvtsov. French striker Corentin Jean is also believed to be on the exit door, with the club working on either trading him or reaching a contract buyout with the 28-year-old.

Reportedly, Inter Miami needs to generate additional allocation money in order to use it as an extension of the base salary budget and keep other high-paid players on their roster. Additionally, the departures would help them remove some salary from their books.

Inter Miami already made various moves this offseason to help their chances of becoming roster compliant. They traded Kamal Miller and Chris McVey to Portland Timbers and D.C. United respectively, while selling Nicolas Stefanelli to Hungarian club Fehervar FC. Miami also let several players leave the club for free, including former MLS MVP Josef Martínez.

Miami was also active when it comes to inbound moves, which included signing Barcelona legend Luis Suarez on a free contract and agreeing to a reported $8 million transfer for Argentine prospect Federico Redondo.

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Inter Miami continues to add impactful players to their already stacked roster. The MLS side just confirmed the signing of U.S. international wingback Julian Gressel, who joins the club as a free agent.

Gressel signed a contract with Miami through 2026. The agreement also has a club option for the 2027 MLS season.

Gressel spent the 2023 season with Columbus Crew and Vancouver Whitecaps. He had a combined four goals and six assists in 29 regular-season matches while helping Columbus lift the MLS Cup.

“Julian is an established player with a winning track record in the league who has proven himself at every stage during his MLS career,” said Inter’s sporting director Chris Henderson in a statement. “We are pleased to add him to our squad as his versatility and quality delivery will bolster Inter Miami as we look to build on the successes of last season in 2024.”

Julian Gressel played his early professional career with lower-league teams in Germany before securing a move to Atlanta United in 2017. He was named MLS Rookie of the Year and was part of the United team that won the MLS Cup in 2018, the U.S. Open Cup, and the Campeones Cup in 2019. Gressel also spent time with D.C. United.

Gressel, who was born in Germany, received his United States men’s national team debut in 2023. He has played six international games with USMNT since then.

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Canadian center-back Kamal Miller played his way into a new contract with Inter Miami. The club announced that Miller inked an extension that runs through the 2026 MLS season. Miami also has a club option to extend Miller’s contract for another year.

Miller has been a standout performer for Inter since joining the team in April in a trade from CF Montreal. The extension rewards Miller with long-term stability and likely increases his $420,000 annual salary.

Miller already played 31 games with Miami in all competitions and helped the club win the Leagues Cup back in the summer.

“This is the right club for me because of its ambition to win everything,” said Miller in a statement. “We have such a great foundation with the front office, support staff, great teammates and coaches, and everything else. Everything feels like it’s falling into place, and I’m happy to be part of it.”

Kamal Miller played college soccer at Syracuse Orange while also suiting up for various lower-tier Canadian soccer clubs. Orlando City drafted him 27th overall in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft, and he ended up spending two years with the club before moving to Montreal.

Miller is also a member of Canada’s national team, having made his senior debut in 2019. He has played 38 international games with Canada since then and was part of the country’s roster for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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Inter Miami was defeated 5-2 by Atlanta United on Saturday, thereby marking the club’s first loss since the arrival of Lionel Messi in July. This also brings an end to the club’s 12-match unbeaten streak across all competitions.

Manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino revealed that both Lionel Messi and his former FC Barcelona teammate Jordi Alba would be absent from the game due to muscular fatigue. Still, Atlanta coach Gonzalo Pineda confirmed that the inclusion or absence of such stars would not have an impact on his team’s approach to the game.

“I checked the Twitter account to know he was not coming,” Martino admitted, before explaining that he instructed his team to not pay too much attention to the latest goings-on regarding Messi. “Honestly, I told the players, there are a lot of things out there in the atmosphere and everything seems to be about Inter Miami. We have to turn that to about us.”

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Lionel Messi grabbed two goals and an assist in his first start for Inter Miami as they secured a 4-0 victory over Atlanta United in the group stage of the Leagues Cup on Tuesday night.

Messi and his former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets were both in Miami’s starting lineup, with the two pairing up to open the scoring. Busquets provided a lofted pass over the Atlanta defense to Messi, and while the number 10 hit the post with his first shot, he was able to collect the rebound, putting it in the back of the net.

22 minutes into the game, Miami hit Atlanta on the counterattack, with Messi getting on the end of a Robert Taylor pass to double both his and Inter Miami’s tally.

Taylor then went on to score before the halftime break before scoring in the 78th with an assist from Messi to complete a brace of his own.

“It was a good performance and I’m pleased we were able to make our fans happy. A very good game and we took another step in the right direction,” Inter Miami manager Gerardo Martino said after the game.

This victory sees Miami top their group and book their spot in the round of 32.

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Argentinean star forward Lionel Messi couldn’t have wished for a better debut with his new club Inter Miami. Inter got a 2-1 win over Cruz Azul in the League Cup opener on Friday night, with Messi scoring the winning goal.

Messi started the game on the bench, and the sold-out stadium had to wait until the 54th minute to see him on the pitch. The 36-year-old dazzled fans with some nifty moves but waited until the stoppage time to properly introduce himself.

The result was 1-1 with a few seconds left on the game clock. Cruz Azul gave up a foul right outside their penalty box, and Messi approached to take the free-kick. In his signature fashion, Messi launched the ball in the top left corner and placed it into the net just outside the reach of outstretched goalie Andres Gudino.

“I knew it was the last chance,” Messi said after the game. “I just tried like I always do, and fortunately, the goalkeeper couldn’t get the ball.”

Messi believes getting the win was important for the team due to their struggles in MLS.

“It is important for this team to get wins because we are not in a good position in the league. I know this is another tournament, but it will help our morale,” he added.

Inter Miami is currently at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with only five wins out of 22 games played. But with Messi on their side, don’t be surprised if Inter starts climbing quickly to the top.

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There is a reunion happening at Inter Miami. The MLS side confirmed that Spanish midfielder Sergio Busquets is set to join the club and play again with former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi.

Miami made the announcement via a video posted on social media that featured quotes from notable soccer coaches and players about Busquets.

Busquets reportedly had lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia clubs but wished to play again with Messi and experience MLS. He is expected to sign a deal that will tie him with Inter through 2025.

Sergio Busquets joined Barcelona’s academy in 2005 as a teenager and made his debut for the senior team two years later. He went on to play 722 games for Barca in all competitions, helping the club win 32 trophies in the process.

Busquets was also a regular fixture with Spain, making 143 appearances on the international stage. He was part of the Spanish teams that won the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2012.

There is a possibility that Busquets and Messi will be joined by another former Barca player in Miami. According to reports, Inter is also looking to sign left-back Jordi Alba this summer. Alba is currently a free agent and also has offers from several European clubs like Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid.

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Inter Miami has signaled its interest in signing veteran leftback Jordi Alba this summer. Alba reached an agreement to terminate his contract with FC Barcelona, leaving him available as a free agent.

The MLS club will face stern competition from the likes of Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan, and several clubs in Saudi Arabia, all of which have explored the option of signing the 34-year-old player. According to reports, the Spanish defender has not yet dismissed any of the options that have been presented to him.

Reports linking Alba with Inter Miami have increased since it was announced last week that former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi would be joining the MLS club from PSG. Sources have also confirmed that Sergio Busquets, who also recently left Barcelona, has engaged in talks with Inter Miami as well.

Currently, Alba is not deliberating his future, instead choosing to focus on the upcoming UEFA Nations League competition, where he will represent Spain against Italy in the semifinal on Thursday. Alba is expected to discuss his options with his family after the Nations League’s conclusion. His wife is due to give birth to the couple’s third child.

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Inter Miami won’t pursue Benfica’s winger Angel Di Maria, according to head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino.

Di Maria, who is the teammate of club star Lionel Messi on Argentina’s national team, has been linked with Inter for quite some time now. It was believed that the MLS side is waiting for Di Maria’s contract with Benfica to expire in the summer before bringing him to the United States.

However, Martino recently told Paraguayan radio Monumental that Miami isn’t in the position to sign players like Di Maria due to MLS roster rules.  

“There is nothing that has been officially received from the sports director regarding Ángel [Di María],” Martino said. “The league has certain economic restrictions, some limits, and we are complying with them well within that rule. But today I do not see any type of hiring as feasible, especially such exceptional players.”

Inter Miami currently has Messi, forward Leonardo Campana, and midfielder Sergio Busquets as Designated Players. Two other former Barcelona stars, Luis Suárez and Jordi Alba, are believed to be on salaries that take up a large chunk of the team’s salary cap.

Ángel Di María signed a one-year deal with Benfica, the club where he started his European career in 2007, this past summer. He has been enjoying quite a productive season, scoring 16 goals and adding 15 assists in 46 games in all competitions.

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Inter Miami announced on Tuesday that they have signed Paraguay international midfielder Matias Rojas on a contract until the end of the 2024 season. Rojas is expected to provide depth to the MLS side’s injury-ravaged roster with his ability to play various midfield positions. 

Rojas will join Inter as a free agent following a stint with Brazil’s powerhouse Corinthians.

“I’m happy, joining a spectacular Club like Inter Miami is a dream come true. I’m excited to compete and help my teammates achieve the team’s objectives,” said Rojas in a statement released by the club.

Rojas started his professional career with Paraguay side Cerro Porteño before embarking on stints with Lanus, Defensa y Justicia, Racing Club, and Corinthians. He hasn’t played a single game since February, being involved in a wage dispute with Corinthians.

Rojas has also been a frequent feature on the Paraguay national team in recent years, making 16 international appearances and scoring one goal.

Inter Miami was recently hit with a number of injuries. Youngster Diego Gomez is currently dealing with a sprained ankle and is expected to miss up to six months, while the club also can’t count on left-back Jordi Alba, forward Leonardo Campana, and attacking midfielder Facundo Farias for the time being.

Despite this, Inter is currently sitting at the top of the Eastern Conference with 18 points from the first 10 matches of the campaign.

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Inter Miami are reportedly cleaning house ahead of the 2024 MLS season. According to Tom Bogert of The Athletic, Miami made several players available for transfer, including USMNT right back DeAndre Yedlin, in an effort to become roster-compliant for the upcoming campaign.

Besides Yedlin, Miami would also like to move on from defensive midfielder Gregore, attacking midfielder Jean Mota, wing-back Robert Taylor and defender Sergii Kryvtsov. French striker Corentin Jean is also believed to be on the exit door, with the club working on either trading him or reaching a contract buyout with the 28-year-old.

Reportedly, Inter Miami needs to generate additional allocation money in order to use it as an extension of the base salary budget and keep other high-paid players on their roster. Additionally, the departures would help them remove some salary from their books.

Inter Miami already made various moves this offseason to help their chances of becoming roster compliant. They traded Kamal Miller and Chris McVey to Portland Timbers and D.C. United respectively, while selling Nicolas Stefanelli to Hungarian club Fehervar FC. Miami also let several players leave the club for free, including former MLS MVP Josef Martínez.

Miami was also active when it comes to inbound moves, which included signing Barcelona legend Luis Suarez on a free contract and agreeing to a reported $8 million transfer for Argentine prospect Federico Redondo.

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Inter Miami continues to add impactful players to their already stacked roster. The MLS side just confirmed the signing of U.S. international wingback Julian Gressel, who joins the club as a free agent.

Gressel signed a contract with Miami through 2026. The agreement also has a club option for the 2027 MLS season.

Gressel spent the 2023 season with Columbus Crew and Vancouver Whitecaps. He had a combined four goals and six assists in 29 regular-season matches while helping Columbus lift the MLS Cup.

“Julian is an established player with a winning track record in the league who has proven himself at every stage during his MLS career,” said Inter’s sporting director Chris Henderson in a statement. “We are pleased to add him to our squad as his versatility and quality delivery will bolster Inter Miami as we look to build on the successes of last season in 2024.”

Julian Gressel played his early professional career with lower-league teams in Germany before securing a move to Atlanta United in 2017. He was named MLS Rookie of the Year and was part of the United team that won the MLS Cup in 2018, the U.S. Open Cup, and the Campeones Cup in 2019. Gressel also spent time with D.C. United.

Gressel, who was born in Germany, received his United States men’s national team debut in 2023. He has played six international games with USMNT since then.

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Canadian center-back Kamal Miller played his way into a new contract with Inter Miami. The club announced that Miller inked an extension that runs through the 2026 MLS season. Miami also has a club option to extend Miller’s contract for another year.

Miller has been a standout performer for Inter since joining the team in April in a trade from CF Montreal. The extension rewards Miller with long-term stability and likely increases his $420,000 annual salary.

Miller already played 31 games with Miami in all competitions and helped the club win the Leagues Cup back in the summer.

“This is the right club for me because of its ambition to win everything,” said Miller in a statement. “We have such a great foundation with the front office, support staff, great teammates and coaches, and everything else. Everything feels like it’s falling into place, and I’m happy to be part of it.”

Kamal Miller played college soccer at Syracuse Orange while also suiting up for various lower-tier Canadian soccer clubs. Orlando City drafted him 27th overall in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft, and he ended up spending two years with the club before moving to Montreal.

Miller is also a member of Canada’s national team, having made his senior debut in 2019. He has played 38 international games with Canada since then and was part of the country’s roster for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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Inter Miami was defeated 5-2 by Atlanta United on Saturday, thereby marking the club’s first loss since the arrival of Lionel Messi in July. This also brings an end to the club’s 12-match unbeaten streak across all competitions.

Manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino revealed that both Lionel Messi and his former FC Barcelona teammate Jordi Alba would be absent from the game due to muscular fatigue. Still, Atlanta coach Gonzalo Pineda confirmed that the inclusion or absence of such stars would not have an impact on his team’s approach to the game.

“I checked the Twitter account to know he was not coming,” Martino admitted, before explaining that he instructed his team to not pay too much attention to the latest goings-on regarding Messi. “Honestly, I told the players, there are a lot of things out there in the atmosphere and everything seems to be about Inter Miami. We have to turn that to about us.”

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Lionel Messi grabbed two goals and an assist in his first start for Inter Miami as they secured a 4-0 victory over Atlanta United in the group stage of the Leagues Cup on Tuesday night.

Messi and his former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets were both in Miami’s starting lineup, with the two pairing up to open the scoring. Busquets provided a lofted pass over the Atlanta defense to Messi, and while the number 10 hit the post with his first shot, he was able to collect the rebound, putting it in the back of the net.

22 minutes into the game, Miami hit Atlanta on the counterattack, with Messi getting on the end of a Robert Taylor pass to double both his and Inter Miami’s tally.

Taylor then went on to score before the halftime break before scoring in the 78th with an assist from Messi to complete a brace of his own.

“It was a good performance and I’m pleased we were able to make our fans happy. A very good game and we took another step in the right direction,” Inter Miami manager Gerardo Martino said after the game.

This victory sees Miami top their group and book their spot in the round of 32.

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Argentinean star forward Lionel Messi couldn’t have wished for a better debut with his new club Inter Miami. Inter got a 2-1 win over Cruz Azul in the League Cup opener on Friday night, with Messi scoring the winning goal.

Messi started the game on the bench, and the sold-out stadium had to wait until the 54th minute to see him on the pitch. The 36-year-old dazzled fans with some nifty moves but waited until the stoppage time to properly introduce himself.

The result was 1-1 with a few seconds left on the game clock. Cruz Azul gave up a foul right outside their penalty box, and Messi approached to take the free-kick. In his signature fashion, Messi launched the ball in the top left corner and placed it into the net just outside the reach of outstretched goalie Andres Gudino.

“I knew it was the last chance,” Messi said after the game. “I just tried like I always do, and fortunately, the goalkeeper couldn’t get the ball.”

Messi believes getting the win was important for the team due to their struggles in MLS.

“It is important for this team to get wins because we are not in a good position in the league. I know this is another tournament, but it will help our morale,” he added.

Inter Miami is currently at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with only five wins out of 22 games played. But with Messi on their side, don’t be surprised if Inter starts climbing quickly to the top.

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There is a reunion happening at Inter Miami. The MLS side confirmed that Spanish midfielder Sergio Busquets is set to join the club and play again with former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi.

Miami made the announcement via a video posted on social media that featured quotes from notable soccer coaches and players about Busquets.

Busquets reportedly had lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia clubs but wished to play again with Messi and experience MLS. He is expected to sign a deal that will tie him with Inter through 2025.

Sergio Busquets joined Barcelona’s academy in 2005 as a teenager and made his debut for the senior team two years later. He went on to play 722 games for Barca in all competitions, helping the club win 32 trophies in the process.

Busquets was also a regular fixture with Spain, making 143 appearances on the international stage. He was part of the Spanish teams that won the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2012.

There is a possibility that Busquets and Messi will be joined by another former Barca player in Miami. According to reports, Inter is also looking to sign left-back Jordi Alba this summer. Alba is currently a free agent and also has offers from several European clubs like Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid.

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Inter Miami has signaled its interest in signing veteran leftback Jordi Alba this summer. Alba reached an agreement to terminate his contract with FC Barcelona, leaving him available as a free agent.

The MLS club will face stern competition from the likes of Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan, and several clubs in Saudi Arabia, all of which have explored the option of signing the 34-year-old player. According to reports, the Spanish defender has not yet dismissed any of the options that have been presented to him.

Reports linking Alba with Inter Miami have increased since it was announced last week that former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi would be joining the MLS club from PSG. Sources have also confirmed that Sergio Busquets, who also recently left Barcelona, has engaged in talks with Inter Miami as well.

Currently, Alba is not deliberating his future, instead choosing to focus on the upcoming UEFA Nations League competition, where he will represent Spain against Italy in the semifinal on Thursday. Alba is expected to discuss his options with his family after the Nations League’s conclusion. His wife is due to give birth to the couple’s third child.

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