NewsWSVN 7 MiamiJuly 30, 2026Miami-Dade
Inter Miami Faces MLS Investigation Over Casemiro Signing
Major League Soccer is investigating Inter Miami for potential tampering violations regarding the acquisition of midfielder Casemiro. Club co-owner Jorge Mas maintains that the team followed all league rules during the transfer process.
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The outcome of the MLS investigation could result in penalties for Inter Miami if the league determines the club violated rules regarding player .
Key Facts
- Major League Soccer is investigating Inter Miami for potential tampering in the signing of Casemiro.
- The LA Galaxy held the discovery rights for Casemiro, which typically restricts other teams from negotiating with a player.
- Inter Miami and the LA Galaxy reached a settlement to allow the transfer to proceed.
- Jorge Mas denies any improper negotiations occurred prior to league approval.
- Casemiro is 34 years old.
- Casemiro recorded 76 touches in his debut match against Montreal.
- Casemiro previously played for Manchester United, joining from Real Madrid for $60 million in 2022.
- Inter Miami currently has 37 points in the Eastern Conference standings.
- The club's recruitment strategy focuses on signing high-profile international players to complement Lionel Messi.
Who's Mentioned
organizationMajor League Soccer“The governing body investigating the transfer.”personJorge Mas“Co-owner of Inter Miami.”personCasemiro“Brazilian midfielder recently signed by Inter Miami.”personLionel Messi“Inter Miami player.”organizationInter Miami“Major League Soccer club.”organizationLA Galaxy“The team that previously held discovery rights for Casemiro.”