Inter Miami Close to Signing Rodrigo De Paul from Atlético Madrid

Inter Miami are close to signing Rodrigo De Paul from Atlético Madrid. The Argentine midfielder could join on a four-year contract. The deal is nearly complete with only a few details left according to reports.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Inter Miami and Atlético Madrid are finalizing the transfer for Rodrigo De Paul. The transfer is reported to be worth €15 million. De Paul, who is 31, wants to move to the MLS and join his Argentina team captain, Lionel Messi as mentioned in prior updates. He is expected to sign a four-year contract once the final details are resolved. Inter Miami might need to make room for De Paul by adjusting their Designated Player slots. This could affect Sergio Busquets’s future at the club.

WHY IS THIS MOVE SIGNIFICANT?

Rodrigo De Paul has been important for Atlético Madrid since 2021 and is valued by manager Diego Simeone. However, De Paul, a World Cup winner with Argentina, is set to move. He has played over 40 games this season and contributed 4 goals and 7 assists according to recent stats. Inter Miami, now third in the Eastern Conference, wants to strengthen their squad as they are just two points behind leaders FC Cincinnati and competing for the top spot.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

The transfer’s final steps are being completed, and an announcement is expected soon. This move might impact Inter Miami’s squad, especially their Designated Player allocation. The club’s next match is against ninth-placed Orlando City, and Inter Miami are only three points ahead of third-placed New York Red Bulls, which makes their pursuit of the Supporters’ Shield crucial. For De Paul, joining Inter Miami offers a new chapter and could influence Lionel Messi’s contract future as highlighted by previous discussions.