Inter Miami Begin Negotiations To Sign Rodrigo De Paul From Atlético Madrid

Inter Miami have started talks with Atlético Madrid to sign Rodrigo De Paul. The Argentine midfielder is willing to move to Major League Soccer. The American club wants to keep their success going after their Club World Cup run. They see De Paul as a key target.

WHAT IS HAPPENING?

Inter Miami is negotiating with Atlético Madrid for Rodrigo De Paul. The Argentine is in the last year of his contract in Spain. De Paul was part of Argentina’s World Cup-winning team and is Messi’s compatriot. He could be a big asset for the club post their Club World Cup journey.

De Paul is interested in joining Miami. While discussions are underway between the two teams, a transfer fee agreement is critical. Atlético wants approximately 20 million euros for their midfielder.

According to a previous report, the transfer fee is estimated to be around 20 million euros.

CONTEXT: TEAM AND PLAYER RECENT PERFORMANCE

Rodrigo De Paul, 31, has completed his best season with Atlético Madrid. He was vital in their midfield, appearing in over 40 games. However, Atlético had a mixed season. They finished third in La Liga and reached the Champions League quarterfinals.

Atlético Madrid finished third in LaLiga last season, as confirmed by a recent report.

Inter Miami is currently third in its conference

following their performance in the ongoing season as noted by a previous article.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Talks are expected to continue for a few weeks as both clubs aim to strike a deal before the MLS summer transfer deadline. Atlético will look for De Paul’s successor while Inter Miami intends to have De Paul ready for their upcoming match next weekend against FC Cincinnati.

With only two points separating Miami from the top, De Paul’s addition could be crucial for their playoffs run. Miami fans now await confirmation that a deal has been reached. The deal could change the dynamics of Inter Miami’s midfield for the rest of the 2025 MLS season.