Inter Miami, the Major League Soccer (MLS) team, has made another major addition to their roster by signing former Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets. The 34-year-old Spaniard’s move to Miami comes just weeks after his former teammate Lionel Messi announced his own arrival at the club.
Busquets, who arrived at Barcelona in 2005, has enjoyed a remarkable career at the Catalan club. With an impressive 722 matches played, he ranks third in the club’s all-time appearances list, only behind the legendary Xavi Hernandez and record-holder Lionel Messi himself. Throughout his tenure, Busquets has showcased his versatility and tactical astuteness, becoming a vital component of Barcelona’s midfield.
While Busquets’ primary role has been that of a defensive midfielder, he has contributed offensively as well, netting 18 goals and providing 40 assists. His ability to dictate play from deep and initiate attacks has been crucial to Barcelona’s success. Additionally, Busquets has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and captained the team for the last two seasons.
Inter Miami officially confirmed Busquets’ arrival in a video posted on Twitter, featuring quotes from various soccer stars and displaying the phrase “Busi,” which is Busquets’ nickname. The move further emphasizes the club’s ambition to assemble a formidable squad and make an impact in the MLS.
The signing of Busquets follows the highly anticipated arrival of Lionel Messi, who made headlines around the world when he announced his move to Inter Miami on June 7. The Argentine superstar is set to make his MLS debut in a home game on July 21, according to a recent confirmation by the team. The club’s owner, Jorge Mas, revealed that terms have been agreed upon with Messi and that the final paperwork and visa arrangements are being finalized.
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