Rodrigo De Paul Nears Move to Inter Miami as Talks Advance

Inter Miami is close to signing Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul from Atlético Madrid. The two clubs are moving forward with negotiations, and it seems likely that the World Cup winner will soon join the MLS team.

According to a previous report, significant progress has been made in talks between Inter Miami and Atlético Madrid for Rodrigo De Paul‘s transfer.

WHAT IS THE LATEST ON THE DEAL?

Inter Miami and Atlético Madrid are making progress in talks for Rodrigo De Paul. Both sides are confident a deal is near. Although some points still need to be agreed upon, the transfer seems close. De Paul, a key player for Diego Simeone at Atlético, has reportedly accepted Miami’s offer. He is eager to join fellow Argentine Lionel Messi in Florida. However, Miami may have to change their squad, as Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba currently occupy all three Designated Player spots.

As reported, Inter Miami are in talks to sign Rodrigo De Paul from Atlético Madrid this summer.

DE PAUL’S SEASON AND ATLÉTICO’S POSITION

De Paul played 35 La Liga matches for Atlético Madrid in 2024-25, scoring 4 goals and assisting 7. Atlético finished fourth and qualified for the Champions League. Despite his important role, De Paul hesitated to sign a new contract, leading Atlético to consider selling him before his contract ends next summer. The club is preparing for life without him by signing midfielders Álex Baena and Matteo Ruggeri, but coach Diego Simeone is unwilling to lose such an important player.

De Paul is in the last year of his contract with Atlético Madrid, and Atlético Madrid wants approximately 20 million euros for him.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR INTER MIAMI AND ATLÉTICO MADRID?

Inter Miami is fighting for the top spot in the MLS Eastern Conference, currently in second place, just two points behind FC Cincinnati. Their next game is against Nashville SC, a team near the playoff line. If De Paul joins, he is likely to provide midfield stability and strengthen Miami’s South American core with Messi and Busquets. Meanwhile, losing De Paul will leave a gap in Atlético’s midfield before their La Liga opener. They might use new signing Álex Baena or look for another midfielder before the European transfer window ends.

Currently, Inter Miami are sixth in the Eastern conference, ten points behind leaders FC Cincinnati.