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Inter Miami CF has made significant moves in the offseason by acquiring Uruguayan defender Maximiliano "Maxi" Falcón from Chilean champions Colo Colo and securing an international roster slot from Nashville SC. These strategic additions aim to bolster the team’s defense ahead of the 2025 Major League Soccer season.
Key Takeaways
- Inter Miami signs defender Maxi Falcón on a contract through 2028, with an option for 2029.
- The club acquires an international roster slot from Nashville SC for $200,000 in General Allocation Money.
- Facundo Farias has been transferred to Estudiantes de La Plata after a challenging season.
Maxi Falcón Joins Inter Miami
Inter Miami CF announced the signing of 27-year-old defender Maxi Falcón, who has been a key player for Colo Colo, where he won multiple titles. Falcón’s contract extends through the 2028 season, with an option for 2029. He is currently awaiting his P-1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC), which will determine his availability for the upcoming preseason matches.
Falcón has a rich history in professional soccer, having made 195 appearances and scored 10 goals throughout his career. His experience includes:
- Titles Won: 7 championships, including two Chilean First Division titles and two Chile Cups.
- Copa Libertadores: Participated in 24 matches in South America’s premier club competition.
Falcón expressed his excitement about joining Inter Miami, stating, "I’m thrilled to join such an important club like Inter Miami for this first chapter of my career playing outside of South America. My goal is to give my all to help the Club and my new teammates succeed and win titles."
Acquisition of International Roster Slot
In addition to signing Falcón, Inter Miami CF has acquired an international roster slot from Nashville SC for $200,000 in General Allocation Money. This move is crucial for the club as it prepares for the 2025 season, allowing them to expand their roster options and potentially sign more international players.
Facundo Farias Transfer
In a related move, Inter Miami announced the permanent transfer of forward Facundo Farias to Argentine club Estudiantes de La Plata. Farias joined Inter Miami in July 2023 and contributed three goals and two assists in 13 appearances. However, he missed the entire 2024 season due to an injury sustained during preseason preparations.
The club expressed gratitude for Farias’s contributions and wished him well in his future endeavors.
Looking Ahead
With these strategic acquisitions, Inter Miami CF aims to build on its success from the previous season, where they set a record with 74 points and a league-best 79 goals. The team is now under the guidance of head coach Javier Mascherano, and they are set to kick off their 2025 campaign with a match against Sporting Kansas City in the Concacaf Champions Cup on February 18, followed by their MLS season opener against New York City FC on February 22.
As the team prepares for the upcoming season, fans are eager to see how these changes will impact their performance on the field and their pursuit of more titles.
Sources
- Inter Miami signs Maxi Falcon, transfers Facundo Farias | Miami Herald, Miami Herald.
- Inter Miami CF Transfers Facundo Farías to Argentine Side Estudiantes de La Plata | Inter Miami CF, Inter Miami CF.
- Inter Miami CF Signs Defender Maximiliano Falcón | Inter Miami CF, Inter Miami CF.
- Inter Miami CF Acquires International Roster Slot From Nashville SC | Inter Miami CF, Inter Miami CF.
- Inter Miami acquire Uruguayan defender Maxi Falcón | MLSSoccer.com, MLSsoccer.com.
