De Paul’s arrival is yet another sign that Inter Miami is building a serious project around Messi, one based on personal bonds and on-field chemistry. As a key player for Argentina, De Paul adds experience, quality, and a deep connection to the club’s now clearly Argentine identity.

Rodrigo De Paul has enjoyed years of playing alongside Lionel Messi for Argentina's national team, but the star midfielder said that for a long time, he's dreamed of playing on the same club with his good friend.

Hey there! The dog days of summer are well and truly here, marked as usual by European clubs continuing their overseas preseason tours and MLS shifting focus to Leagues Cup. I'm Pardeep Cattry with the latest as a new batch of games steals our attention in the middle of the week.