Overview

• Mexico outlet Mediotiempo reports the deal fell through after Inter Miami’s final proposal came in at about $6 million payable over four years, short of Cruz Azul’s valuation.
• Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano had confirmed the club was working on Piovi earlier this week while preparing a fallback defensive option.
• Negotiations had advanced in recent days before stalling over payment terms, as previously flagged by TUDN journalist Adrián Esparza.
• Gonzalo Piovi remains a key starter for Cruz Azul this Apertura, with five full matches and two assists, and his coach has warned his exit would be a major loss.
• With the MLS registration window closing Thursday, Inter Miami is now pursuing another Argentina‑born center back, according to the latest reporting.