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01 Aug 2025, 22:07

Rodrigo De Paul signed a contract with Inter Miami and plays with Messi

  • Rodrigo De Paul signed a contract with Inter Miami on loan.
  • Lionel Messi actively participated in the negotiations for the transfer.
  • De Paul debuted in the League Cup match, helping the team secure a victory.

Rodrigo De Paul, the new player of Inter Miami, expressed excitement about the possibility of playing alongside Lionel Messi, with whom he has shared many years of experience representing Argentina.

De Paul signed a loan contract with Inter Miami, which will last until the end of the 2025 season with an option to buy. He noted that he was curious to observe the development of the MLS league after Messi joined the club in 2023.

He revealed that Lionel Messi actively took part in the negotiations to help him transition from Atlético Madrid to Inter Miami. This was an important factor in his decision.

De Paul debuted in the new team during the League Cup match, where Inter Miami secured a win over Atlas with a score of 2-1. Notably, despite not undergoing formal training with the team, his performance was positively evaluated by coach Javier Mascherano.

De Paul emphasized the importance of playing for the national team of Argentina, stating that it remains his priority amid new challenges in the MLS.

Tags: Sport/Football

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