After Setback Due to Chinese Premier’s Death, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami Forced to Play Friendly in US Amid Fears of 4 Months Without Action

Inter Miami suffered a devastating setback just hours ago that still leaves the squad reeling. Lionel Messi and Co. were preparing to embark on a two-match friendly tour of China. But in an unfortunate turn of events, it was canceled due to the unexpected passing of a Former Chinese Premier. While this keeps them off the pitch for more than four months, the Herons seemingly with no choice have been forced to play a friendly match within the U.S.

Meanwhile, exciting news surrounding the new season surfaced yesterday as Miami will be signing another best pal of Messi.

Inter Miami claimed to be planning a friendly in the USA after China trip was called off

Inter Miami took an early break from their MLS season after their playoff hopes took a dash. Notably, the club arranged two friendly matches in China to bridge the gap of four months before the next season began. However, the matches were canceled due to the demise of Former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang. Despite hoping that Miami and the games’ promoter, the NSN, would work together to find alternative dates, the trip to China was called off.

While this left Miami in a do-or-die situation, it seems the club has been able to find a solution to this problem. As per the Miami Herald’s journalist Michelle Kauffman, with the Chinese matches being called off, Miami is considering the possibility of playing a friendly match at DRV PNK Stadium on November 10, just before the FIFA international break.

This friendly could potentially be arranged against another MLS team that did not make it to the playoffs. Kauffman insists the match could be against the New York City FC, who also took an early leave from the MLS. Be that as it may, it is a big update regarding their off-season activity. Additionally, the reason Miami was tensed for its non-activity was because of Messi.

With the lack of game time, it would have been difficult for La Pulga to maintain his fitness, eventually leading to a possible injury. Moreover, it remains to be seen whom they play the friendly against. Meanwhile, great news for Messi, as he is in for another reunion at Inter Miami.

Another reunion for Lionel Messi

After reuniting with Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, it seems Messi is in for another Barcelona get-together. As per journalist César Luis Merlo, Inter Miami will be signing Gremio forward Luis Suarez. The Uruguayan striker will land in Fort Lauderdale in 2024. He will reportedly ink a one-year deal with the option of an extension subject to mutual agreement.

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The former Liverpool player will be taking over the position left vacant by Josef Martínez, following Tata Martino’s earlier announcement of his departure. Notably, César Luis Merlo was the one who initially reported Suarez’s move to Gremio. Nevertheless, it is a huge development for Miami and good news for Messi as well.

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