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Inter Miami Owner Says He Has Held Talks on MLS and Liga MX Places in Copa Libertadores

The proposal remains an informal discussion without any official sanction despite strong interest.

Overview

  • Jorge Mas said he has spoken with CONMEBOL, including president Alejandro Domínguez, about potential participation in the Copa Libertadores.
  • He proposed granting tournament berths to the champions of MLS and Liga MX.
  • He acknowledged that any change would require coordination between CONMEBOL and CONCACAF as well as solutions for calendar and travel logistics.
  • No formal project or approval has been announced by CONMEBOL regarding MLS or Inter Miami participation.
  • Public interest has surged given Lionel Messi’s presence at Inter Miami, and the idea invokes the precedent of Mexican club involvement from 1998 to 2016.