Overview
- Inter Miami finalized Rodrigo De Paul’s permanent transfer from Atlético Madrid, and the Argentina midfielder will occupy a Designated Player slot.
- The club is in talks with 38-year-old Luis Suárez about returning for 2026, with his decision yet to be made.
- Lionel Messi is listed under contract through 2028 following his award-winning 2025 campaign with MLS Cup and league MVP honors.
- Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets have retired, while Fafà Picault, Ryan Sailor and Allen Obando are set to depart; defender Ian Fray signed an extension through 2029.
- The MLS Cup winners enter the CONCACAF Champions Cup at the Round of 16 against the Nashville SC–Atlético Ottawa winner and have scheduled January 31 and early February preseason friendlies in Colombia and Ecuador.