Rodrigo De Paul Eligible for Inter Miami Leagues Cup Debut

Inter Miami has officially confirmed that Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul is available to make his debut in the Leagues Cup 2025 opener against Mexican side Atlas after securing his P-1 visa and international transfer certificate. De Paul joined the MLS club on loan from Atlético Madrid with an option to make the move permanent, and he brings significant international experience, including winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa América titles alongside teammate Lionel Messi. Although De Paul was initially absent from the squad due to visa issues, the paperwork was completed in time for Wednesday's fixture, allowing him to be selected by coach Javier Mascherano. De Paul joins a star-studded Inter Miami midfield featuring Messi, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and others, as the club aims to build on its 2023 Leagues Cup triumph. Despite not playing competitively since June, De Paul is expected to contribute depth and quality to Inter Miami’s campaign as they face Atlas, Necaxa, and Pumas UNAM in the group stage. Fans at Chase Stadium are now eagerly anticipating seeing De Paul take the field alongside some of the game’s biggest stars.