Gremio Braces For Huge Financial Blow as Luis Suarez’s Reunion With Lionel Messi Could Cost Millions

Brazilian side Gremio could be down and out with a two-punch knockout. The side could lose the services of Luis Suarez during the upcoming transfer window, which subsequently will put a massive dent in their finances. The club has done excellent business following Suarez’s arrival from Atletico Madrid. However, his time with the club could end soon, with El Pistolero interested in reuniting with his former teammate Lionel Messi.

MLS side Inter Miami is in pole position to secure the services of El Pistolero. The side is currently in touch with the striker and would love to sign him to a one-year deal with the option to extend. If Suarez joins Miami, he could be the third player who played for FC Barcelona alongside Lionel Messi to join the player at the MLS outfit.

Gremio to take massive financial blow following Suarez’s departure

Brazilian side Gremio could find themselves on the receiving end of a massive financial blow this year. The team signed Luis Suarez last year in December and has done a lot to capitalize on his arrival. According to reports from El Observador, Gremio achieved record sales during the first quarter of 2023, racking in $1.2 million.

The amount is more than twice what the side made during the entirety of the 2022 campaign in Suarez’s absence. Gremio, following the player’s arrival, has sold over 42,000 licensed products with the striker’s image on them. The line of products includes merchandise such as cups, key chains, dolls, caps, scarves, dolls, and even a hand that imitates the gesture with which Suárez celebrates his goals. The player was also the t-shirt top seller for the club, selling over 25,000 jerseys with his name and number.

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However, the numbers are expected to dwindle soon, with the player expected to leave the side in January. According to reports, El Pistolero has been linked to a move to Inter Miami, reuniting with Messi. It will be intriguing to see the approach Gremio decides to take after the part ways with Suarez and his image rights.

Inter Miami hoping to reunite Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez

David Beckham’s Inter Miami already has grandiose plans for the upcoming season. After being knocked out of the race for the MLS playoffs, the side is back at the drawing board. Miami has previously made some major decisions, as the team has severed ties with Venezuelan striker Josef Martinez.

According to reports, Inter Miami is keenly interested in acquiring the signatures of Luis Suarez. The Uruguayan striker played alongside Lionel Messi at FC Barcelona and is amongst one of his most trusted teammates. El Pistolero is currently signed with Gremio but could move to MLS during the winter transfer window.

Miami has already started building a team revolving around Lionel Messi. The club signed former Barcelona icons Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba last season. Moreover, David Beckham’s side was also said to be in contact with Luka Modric. However, the two parties could not reach an agreement with the Croatian happy at Real Madrid.

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