U.S. International Wingback Julian Gressel Signs With Inter Miami

Julian Gressel with the Vancouver Whitecaps in May 2023
Julian Gressel with the Vancouver Whitecaps in May 2023. Photo by Canadian Press/Shutterstock (13942304c)

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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