Former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro has completed his transfer to Inter Miami, but the deal is now under investigation by Major League Soccer (MLS) amid allegations of tampering. The 34-year-old Brazil international joins the Major League Soccer club on a deal that runs until the end of the 2027 MLS Sprint Season, with an option to extend until June 2029 pending visa approval.
Casemiro's discovery rights were held by LA Galaxy, and by league rule, this would have prevented Inter Miami from negotiating with him. However, the teams have reached a settlement that allowed Inter Miami to complete the deal, but the league is still probing the tampering allegation. MLS has stated that it is gathering all relevant information and will refrain from further comment until the review is complete.
Casemiro brings with him an impressive haul of five Champions League winners' medals, alongside FA Cup and League Cup triumphs from his time in England. He is expected to link up with Argentina forward Lionel Messi in Miami and has expressed his gratitude and excitement to join the club.
The investigation into the transfer deal is ongoing, and it remains unclear when Casemiro will debut for Inter Miami as he is still waiting on the necessary visa. The club's co-owner, David Beckham, has welcomed Casemiro and his family to Inter Miami, stating that he is a person and a player that he has admired for a long time.