The much-anticipated transfer of Luis Suarez to Inter Miami has been announced. Lionel Messi will set to reunite with his former Barcelona teammate. But, reports indicate that the signing of the Uruguayan striker is not the only good news. Another of his ex-teammates could join the MLS club before the season starts.
This transfer strategy indicates that Inter Miami are hoping to make a dangerous team around their Argentinian star player. The owners are not leaving any stone unturned.
Luis Suarez not the only player to reunite with Lionel Messi
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The announcement of the Luis Suarez transfer has shown the ambition of Inter Miami before the start of next season starts. But, the MLS side is not done with star signings. They are aiming for another signing of a player who has also had the experience of playing with Lionel Messi. It is River Plate Captain Enzo Perez. The 37-year-old will reportedly play his last game for the Argentinian giants. Inter Miami are working on signing the experienced midfielder on a free transfer.
He has played with Lionel Messi for Argentina’s national team in the 2014 and 2018 World Cups. At the age of 37, he has played 42 games in all competitions this season. Hence, this also shows that he is not showing any signs of slowing down. The Argentinian will also bring experience and an ambition to win every match like Lionel Messi. Enzo Perez during his time at River Plate has won eight titles. He could win his ninth should his team beat Rosario Central in the Trofeo de Campeones de la Superliga final.
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The potential signing of Enzo Perez indicates that owners
David Beckham and Jorge Mas are going all in this season. Inter Miami is aiming to finish in the play-off place this season.ADVERTISEMENT
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Inter Miami owners aim to fulfill the promise of Lionel Messi
During the Noche d’Or celebration, Lionel Messi praised the Inter Miami fans for welcoming him and his family. He also promised them that they would win trophies in the next season. The MLS club could potentially have Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Enzo Perez as their star players. They are also doing well in terms of on-pitch preparations.
Inter Miami has already announced friendlies against Al Nassr and Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia. They will also be the El Salvador national team. The MLS side will also face the best players in Hong Kong. They will also play Japanese giants Vissel Kobe and also play against his boyhood club Newell’s Old Boys.
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There is no doubt that the Inter Miami fans will have very high expectations from the team. Will the MLS giants win multiple trophies with Lionel Messi in the upcoming season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.