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Sergio Busquets To Retire After MLS Season, Will Play Through Playoffs

He announced the decision in an Instagram video, with coverage noting his departure may open a Designated Player place for Rodrigo De Paul.

Sep 24, 2025; New York, NY, New York, NY, USA; Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets (5) controls the ball during the second half against New York City at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Inter Miami and Sergio Busquets confirmed he will end his career after the 2025 MLS season, completing the remaining regular-season games and the playoffs.
  • One day after the announcement, Busquets was named in Inter Miami’s starting XI against Toronto FC as the club continues its postseason preparation.
  • Busquets joined Miami in 2023 after 18 years at Barcelona, where he made more than 700 appearances and won nine LaLiga titles and three Champions League trophies.
  • He earned 143 caps for Spain and was a key part of the teams that won the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012.
  • Roster reporting indicates his exit could free a DP slot that would help Miami exercise a loan purchase option for Rodrigo De Paul, reportedly around €15 million.