Inter Miami Pursues Rodríguez Return Amid Messi Newells Rumors

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are ramping up preparations for the 2026 Major League Soccer season, with the club pursuing key reinforcements amid ongoing speculation about the star forward's future beyond his current contract.

Inter Miami, fresh off their 2025 MLS Cup victory, has undergone a significant roster overhaul during the most active transfer window in franchise history. The team has added striker Germán Berterame from Monterrey for a reported 15 million, goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair, defender David Ayala to replace the retired Sergio Busquets, and other players including Sergio Reguilon and Micael. Veterans Jordi Alba and Busquets have retired, while Luis Suárez is expected to shift to a bench role. These changes aim to balance the squad after several departures at the end of last season. However, recent preseason friendlies against Alianza Lima and Atlético Nacional highlighted vulnerabilities, particularly in transitioning the ball from defense to attack due to a lack of creative midfield presence. Midfielder Telasco Segovia remains below his early 2025 form following an injury.

To address this gap, Inter Miami has reignited negotiations to re-sign 22-year-old Argentine...