Inter Miami target Argentine star in €15m transfer move
A high-profile move across continents
Inter Miami have taken another significant step in the global football transfer market by moving to sign Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul from Spain’s Atlético Madrid. The deal reflects a growing trend of established European players relocating to Major League Soccer as the league continues to expand its international profile.
The development links one of Spain’s top clubs with a rapidly rising American franchise and underlines MLS’s increasing financial and sporting ambition.
Transfer details and source
According to transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Inter Miami have activated a pre-existing contractual clause to complete De Paul’s move on a permanent basis. Atlético Madrid are expected to receive a fee of €15 million under the terms of the agreement.
Neither club has formally announced the transfer, and no details have been made public regarding the length of De Paul’s contract or his personal terms. Romano’s report focused specifically on the activation of the clause and the agreed fee.
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Who is Rodrigo De Paul
For readers less familiar with European football, De Paul is a central midfielder who plays a key role for Argentina’s national team and was part of the squad that won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. He joined Atlético Madrid in 2021 from Italian club Udinese and became a regular option under head coach Diego Simeone.
Known for his stamina, passing range and tactical discipline, De Paul has competed in Spain’s top division and the UEFA Champions League, facing some of the strongest teams in world football.
Why Atlético agreed to the deal
Atlético Madrid have been reviewing their squad composition ahead of upcoming seasons, balancing sporting priorities with financial planning. The existence of a predefined purchase clause allowed the Spanish club to complete the transfer without entering lengthy negotiations.
The €15 million fee represents a straightforward sale and provides Atlético with flexibility as they reshape their midfield options.
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What the move says about MLS ambitions
Inter Miami’s pursuit of De Paul highlights Major League Soccer’s broader strategy of attracting internationally proven players who can raise competitive standards and global visibility. The club has already become one of the league’s most recognisable brands, drawing attention well beyond the United States.
If finalised, De Paul’s arrival would add elite-level experience to Inter Miami’s midfield and further signal MLS’s intention to position itself as a serious destination for top-level professionals.
Official confirmation is expected once registration steps and administrative formalities are completed.
Sources: Fabrizio Romano
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