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Jordi Alba to Retire at Season’s End With Inter Miami, Closing a Barcelona Reunion Era

He said in a social‑media video that he is ready to start a new chapter days after Sergio Busquets set the same timetable.

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(AP Foto/Lynne Sladky)
Es español se despide de las canchas al finalizar la temporada con 36 años.
Jordi Alba sigue siendo una de las piezas clave de Inter Miami

Overview

  • The 36-year-old will end his career when Inter Miami’s 2025 MLS campaign concludes after the playoffs.
  • The announcement came in an emotional video where he said he acts with “absolute conviction” and “happiness.”
  • Although he reportedly extended his Inter Miami contract through 2027, he chose to retire early for personal and family reasons, according to AFP.
  • Inter Miami and FC Barcelona posted public tributes thanking him for his contributions, and Lionel Messi added a farewell message on Instagram.
  • He leaves with major titles for Barcelona and Spain plus the Leagues Cup (2023) and Supporters’ Shield (2024) in Miami, and Spanish reports suggest he may explore a management role at Centre d’Esports L’Hospitalet with Thiago Alcántara.