Overview

• The 36-year-old left back announced in an emotional video that he will end his playing career once Inter Miami’s MLS playoff run concludes.
• His decision comes days after Sergio Busquets set the same timetable, marking a second senior departure from Miami’s ex-Barcelona core.
• Lionel Messi publicly thanked Alba on Instagram and said he will miss him, reflecting on their years of link-up play on the left flank.
• Multiple reports note Alba had extended his Miami deal to 2027, with AFP citing sources who say the choice is for personal and family reasons.
• A decorated winner with Barcelona, Spain and Inter Miami, Alba now targets a final title push in the MLS playoffs as reports suggest he may explore a post-playing project with Centre d'Esports L'Hospitalet.