Overview
- Inter Miami announced on Wednesday, July 22 that Casemiro has signed a contract through the 2027 season with an option to extend to June 2029 and that he will join teammates including Lionel Messi.
- The club said Casemiro joined as a free agent after leaving Manchester United and after playing for Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, but he cannot play until he secures a U.S. work visa.
- Major League Soccer disclosed it has opened a formal review into an accusation of manipulation tied to the signing and said it is gathering information before commenting further.
- LA Galaxy held discovery priority for Casemiro and Inter Miami and LA Galaxy say the clubs have reached an agreement on that priority, with the league to determine the terms and any compensation after the review.
- The case highlights how MLS discovery rules and roster salary rules shape high‑profile foreign signings and how the league can resolve disputes by negotiated payment or a disciplinary outcome once its investigation is complete.