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Report: Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami signs veteran Vancouver winger for next season

InterMiami are set for a winter overhaul as the Herons make big moves in the transfer market. After the departures of important players such as Leonardo Campana And Diego Gomezthe club has reportedly targeted Fafa Picault to reinforce their attack at the side Lionel Messi.

According to MLS Insider Tom BogertCiting sources, the free agent has signed a contract with Miami for next season. The 33-year-old is reportedly joining the Herons after also considering a move to Austin but ultimately choosing Miami for family reasons.

Last season, Picault scored nine goals and had five assists in 1,675 minutes for Vancouver. But in total he has 220 MLS appearances and is registered 56 goals and 26 assists.

While Miami has yet to confirm the signing, Picault is the latest player linked to the club. Reports also suggest this Mascherano and his team are examining defense options in Argentinawith Lanus goalkeeper Nahuel Losada being a potential target.

Fafa Picault vs Inter Miami in 2023 (IMAGO)

Fafa Picault vs Inter Miami in 2023 (IMAGO)

Despite the attacking contributions from Messi And Luis SuareSince last season, the club has also been actively looking for younger talent. According to some reports, Miami is eyeing potential talent, including from Argentina.

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Given his experience with Argentina’s youth national teams, it’s no surprise that Mascherano is focused on recruiting players from his home country. He is reportedly targeting two wingers: Tadeo Allende And Alexis Cuello.

Relevo’s Mateo Moretto reported that Miami is close to finalizing a deal to sign Allende, a 25-year-old winger he currently plays for Celta Vigo. On the other hand, Uriel Lugt also reported that Miami has started negotiations with Cuello, for whom he currently plays San Lorenzo in the Argentine Primera Division.

With Gomez and Campana not on the roster, Miami has to do this strengthen their attack, Especially considering Messi missed almost half of last season due to injuries and international commitments.

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