Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has reached an agreement with Inter Miami to join the team, as reported by an insider on Wednesday.

De Paul, aged 31, will transition from Atlético Madrid after four successful years, signing a short-term contract with the possibility of extending it further. He had one year remaining on his previous deal.

Both De Paul and Messi aim to uplift Inter Miami, particularly after memorable achievements since Messi’s arrival in 2023. De Paul is expected to don the Inter Miami uniform for upcoming Leagues Cup matches, though the exact timing is still unconfirmed due to the signing’s pending announcement.

This signing follows prolonged discussions regarding Messi’s contract extension, which is set to expire in December. Messi’s contribution has been pivotal in Inter Miami’s phenomenal performance in 2024, where they boasted the best record in MLS history despite a quick exit from the playoffs.

De Paul’s inclusion adds to an impressive lineup of experienced players, enhancing the team’s synergy, which includes Messi, along with fellow veterans Busquets, Suarez, and Alba.

De Paul has significantly impacted Atlético Madrid since joining from Udinese in 2021, helping secure Argentina’s World Cup victory in 2022 and contributing to their Copa América successes in 2021 and 2024.