Inter Miami is one step away from incorporating another top-level international figure. While Casemiro participates with the Brazilian team in the 2026 World Cup, there is already a verbal agreement for the experienced midfielder to continue his career in the MLS alongside Lionel Messi.

The information was released by journalist Fabrizio Romano, who assured that all parties involved reached an understanding and that only the final procedures remain to make the operation official.

As published on his X account, "Inter Miami completes the agreement to sign Casemiro as a new midfielder, here we go! Verbal agreement sealed with all parties involved and all formal steps resolved, now waiting to sign and announce the Brazilian. Casemiro wants to play with Messi. Future in MLS."

The arrival of the Brazilian international would expand the list of figures who have chosen the Florida franchise's sporting project. Currently, the squad has big names such as Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez and Rodrigo de Paul, and is now preparing to add one of the most recognized midfielders in world football.

The move was made while the 34-year-old is competing in what is shaping up to be his last World Cup. Casemiro is part of the Brazil squad coached by Carlo Ancelotti and has started both the draw against Morocco and the 3-0 victory over Haiti.

Messi, key factor in the Brazilian's decision

According to information from Goal, Messi's presence had an important influence on the footballer's choice. Sources close to the club indicated that Casemiro opted for the Inter Miami sports project and the possibility of settling in the United States with his family, despite having proposals from Saudi Arabia.

Before closing the operation, it was necessary to resolve an administrative situation within the MLS. The Los Angeles Galaxy owned the player's Discovery Rights, a condition that represented an obstacle to completing the signing. Finally, the parties involved reached an understanding that allowed them to move towards the final agreement.

The Brazilian's eventual arrival will also mean a change of scenery compared to a good part of his career. For years he was one of the protagonists of the confrontations between Real Madrid and Barcelona, ​​where he maintained an intense sporting rivalry with Messi. Now both would share a locker room in search of new objectives within American soccer.

The transfer will also mark the end of Casemiro's European spell. The midfielder closed a four-season cycle at Manchester United and recently played his last game for the English club in the 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest. After that match, he received a standing ovation from the fans at Old Trafford and experienced a special moment with his family on the pitch.

With the incorporation of the Brazilian, Inter Miami would reinforce a strategy focused on gathering international experience and talent. The MLS continues to attract recognized figures from world football and Casemiro is emerging as one of the most relevant names that will arrive in the league once the 2026 World Cup concludes.