In a surprising announcement, Inter Miami confirmed the signing of Sergio Busquets as a free agent on June 24. The 1988-born midfielder joined the club following the expiration of his contract with Barcelona.

Busquets becomes the second notable addition to Inter Miami under the leadership of President David Beckham, following the acquisition of Lionel Messi.

Busquets and Messi share a long-standing friendship, often seen together at intimate gatherings when Messi returns to Spain during vacations. Their bond extends beyond the field, having played crucial roles in Barcelona’s success over the years.

Despite receiving lucrative offers from various clubs, including those from Saudi Arabia, Busquets opted to join Inter Miami to reunite with his former teammate Messi.

The club has awarded the 2010 World Cup winner a contract until the summer of 2025, with the option to extend for another year.

Looking ahead, President Beckham has expressed his desire to bring in Jordi Alba as well. Although there have been rumors of Inter Miami’s interest in Angel Di Maria, a potential deal seems unlikely as Di Maria is reportedly close to reaching an agreement to return to Benfica.

Luis Suarez, another close friend of Messi, also expressed his desire to join Inter Miami. However, his aspirations face obstacles due to an ongoing injury, making it difficult for him to fulfill his wish at the moment.

The addition of Sergio Busquets to Inter Miami strengthens the club’s roster and reunites Messi with his first best friend on the field. As President Beckham continues to shape the team, fans eagerly anticipate future signings and the potential for an exciting era in Major League Soccer.