Inter Miami Secures Rodrigo De Paul in $17.4 Million Transfer
The transfer is a major coup for Inter Miami, with De Paul bringing a wealth of experience and talent to the team, and his reunion with Messi could be a key factor in the team's pursuit of silverware in the upcoming season.

Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul is set to join Inter Miami in a $17.4 million transfer from Atletico Madrid, with a four-year contract reportedly already agreed, sparking speculation about its implications for Lionel Messi's contract talks with the team.
De Paul's decision to leave Europe is reportedly motivated by personal and sporting reasons, including his desire to play alongside Messi, his close friend and national team partner. The midfielder has won several titles with Argentina, including the 2022 World Cup, and has made 187 appearances for Atlético Madrid, scoring 14 goals and assisting 26 times.
The signing is part of Inter Miami's plan to expand the team's depth and quality, and comes as the team is back in action in MLS after participating in the Club World Cup. De Paul will join Inter Miami at a crucial time, with the team surging in the MLS standings and hoping to win silverware in the Leagues Cup and MLS Cup Playoffs.
The move has raised questions about what this means for Messi's future at the club, with De Paul's arrival potentially leading to him taking over Sergio Busquets' designated player spot once his contract expires. However, the details of the deal, including a loan arrangement, allow Miami to avoid registering De Paul as a designated player initially.
As Inter Miami continues to strengthen its squad, the addition of De Paul is expected to have a significant impact on the team's performance, and fans will be eagerly awaiting the midfielder's debut and the potential implications for the team's future success.