Atlético de Madrid could lose one of its most important players next transfer market. Rodrigo De Paul, a key piece in Diego Simeone's scheme, has attracted the interest of Inter Miami, the team where his friend and compatriot Leo Messi plays. According to the latest reports, the Argentine star has expressly requested the incorporation of the Atlético midfielder to strengthen the MLS team.
The Argentine midfielder has a contract until 2026, and the club wants to negotiate a renewal. However, the call from his best friend in the soccer world could change things.
Rodrigo De Paul: Key in Atlético, but with an Uncertain Future
Since his arrival in 2021 from Udinese, Rodrigo De Paul has become an essential player in Atlético de Madrid's midfield. His ability to recover balls, distribute the game, and his energy in pressing have made him an indispensable footballer for Simeone. His continuity at the beginning of this season was not assured, but things have changed.
The sports management knew that Rodrigo De Paul still has a market in Europe, so his sale was not ruled out. However, his breakthrough this year has drastically changed things. He has become the master of Atlético de Madrid's midfield and today his sale seems impossible.
Messi Wants De Paul at Inter Miami
The great friendship between Leo Messi and Rodrigo De Paul is well known. They have shared a locker room in the Argentine national team and were key pieces in winning the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Now, Messi wants to share a team with him again, this time in the MLS.
Inter Miami, which has already brought together several international stars like Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba, seeks to continue strengthening its squad with top-level footballers. De Paul would fit perfectly into their project, bringing quality and experience to the midfield of the team led by Gerardo 'Tata' Martino.
Additionally, from a commercial standpoint, his signing would be a coup in the U.S. market. The arrival of another world champion would enhance Inter Miami's global image and further increase the excitement in the league. However, despite the interest from the United States, today, his departure from Atlético de Madrid seems impossible.