Inter Miami weighs new Suárez deal as Nacional hopes for emotional return

Miami’s contract proposal

Inter Miami has submitted a new contract offer to retain 38 year old forward Luis Suárez, according to Diario AS, the Spanish sports outlet that first reported the development. Keeping him in Major League Soccer would likely mean a reduced salary compared with his current terms, a reality shaped by MLS roster rules that limit how clubs can allocate wages for veteran players.

Suárez joined Miami in 2024 after a long career in Europe, where he won league titles with Barcelona and Atlético Madrid. His arrival in the United States was part of a broader effort by the club to strengthen its roster around Lionel Messi, one of his longtime teammates. Suárez’s production in MLS, combined with his familiarity with several Miami players, has made him a priority for the team heading into the next season.

Nacional’s push for a homecoming

In Uruguay, Nacional is closely monitoring the situation and is prepared to act if negotiations in Miami stall. The Montevideo club launched Suárez’s professional career in 2005 and, according to Diario AS, believes there could be a chance to welcome him back for what some around the club view as a natural closing stage of his career.

Nacional’s interest is not only symbolic. Uruguayan clubs have a strong tradition of repatriating national icons late in their careers, often drawing significant public attention and boosting domestic league visibility. Suárez previously returned to Nacional for a brief and widely celebrated stint in 2022, when his arrival led to a surge in ticket sales and international media coverage.

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How Suárez’s decision fits into the wider picture

Suárez’s next move is shaped by several factors beyond salary. MLS offers a structured, commercially stable environment with growing international visibility, while a return to Uruguay carries emotional weight and the appeal of finishing his career where it began. For many Uruguayan fans, another spell at Nacional would symbolize a full circle moment, linking one of the country’s most influential players back to local football.

His decision also intersects with Miami’s broader sporting strategy. The club is attempting to maintain continuity around its core stars, and losing Suárez would require a significant shift in its attacking plans.

A choice between legacy and continuity

It remains unclear when Suárez intends to decide. Diario AS reports that both clubs are preparing for multiple scenarios, reflecting the uncertainty around his next step. Whether he opts for one more season in MLS or a final stretch in Uruguay, the outcome will carry implications not only for his career but also for the competitive ambitions of the teams involved.

Sources, Diario AS, Deadline Day Live

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