Former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro has completed his transfer to Inter Miami.
The 34-year-old Brazil international, who was a free agent following the conclusion of his contract at Old Trafford last season, joins the Major League Soccer club on a deal that runs until the end of the 2027 MLS Sprint Season.
Casemiro’s agreement includes an option to extend his stay until June 2029, pending visa approval.
The former Real Madrid midfielder will now play alongside Argentina superstar Lionel Messi.
He told Inter Miami’s official website: “What motivates me the most – and I think this is true for every player – is winning and continuing to grow. The project the club presented to me, along with the effort everyone made to bring me here, means a lot to me.
“I’m incredibly grateful and I can’t wait to get started so I can repay that trust—not only during the 90 minutes on matchday, but every day in training as well.
“All I can say is thank you, and I’ll give everything I have to return the affection and confidence the club has shown me.”
Casemiro looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Brazil and Norway. (Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images)
Casemiro brings with him vast of experience having represent some of the biggest football clubs in the world.
Inter Miami Co-owner David Beckham said: “I’m very proud to welcome Casemiro and his family to Inter Miami. He is a person and a player that I have admired for a long time.
“He is a winner who has achieved so much in the game and after such an incredible career with Real Madrid and Manchester United I’m delighted that he’s decided to make Miami his next home.”
Managing Owner Jorge Mas added: “Casemiro’s arrival reflects the vision and ambition that define Inter Miami. We never settle.
“We’re always looking to grow, improve, and raise our standards every season.
“We’ve built a global club with the vision of becoming not only the best club in the United States, but also a benchmark globally.
“Casemiro embodies everything this club stands for: leadership, a winning mentality, and an extraordinary track record at the highest level of the game.
“After achieving virtually everything there is to achieve in fútbol, his decision to join Inter Miami shows that he shares our ambition and our commitment to the highest standards as we continue building for the future.
“We’re thrilled to welcome him to the Inter Miami family.”
