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Posted on July 25, 2026 6:00 pm | Updated on July 25, 2026 5:11 pm Casemiro joined Inter Miami, but MLS is investigating how the transfer happened.
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Casemiro to Inter Miami looked like another major transfer for MLS. But just after the deal became official, the move faced an unexpected problem. A league investigation has now raised fresh questions about how the transfer was completed.
MLS opens probe after Casemiro signing
As reported by BBC Sport, Inter Miami completed the signing of former Man United and Brazil midfielder Casemiro as a free agent. The experienced midfielder has signed a deal running through the 2027 MLS season, with an option to extend until 2029. However, the announcement was quickly followed by an investigation from Major League Soccer. The league confirmed it is looking into a possible tampering violation connected to the transfer. MLS said it is collecting all the facts before making any further comments.
As reported by Miami Herald, Casemiro had been expected to join the Florida club after the FIFA World Cup. Talks had progressed for several weeks before the deal was completed. The move brings another experienced star into a squad that already includes Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul. The Brazilian arrives after leaving Old Trafford at the end of his contract. During his career, he won several major trophies with Real Madrid before spending four seasons in England. His experience is seen as a big boost for the Herons as they continue chasing more silverware.
Casemiro’s stats this season, as per FOTMOB:
Competitions Matches Goals Assists Pass Accuracy (%)
FIFA World Cup 5 1 0 89.0%
Premier League 34 9 2 81.3%
FA Cup 1 0 0 –
Discovery rights become the key issue
As reported by India Today, the investigation focuses on MLS discovery rights. Under league rules, clubs can place players on a discovery list, giving them the first chance to negotiate with that players. In this case, LA Galaxy reportedly held Casemiro’s discovery rights before Inter Miami completed the signing. The investigation will examine whether the Florida side contacted the player before officially obtaining those rights.
MLS has confirmed that a settlement between the two clubs has already been reached regarding the discovery rights. However, the financial details will not be released until the investigation is finished. The league has not suggested that any rule was broken. It has simply opened a formal review before reaching a final decision. Inter Miami has not been accused of wrongdoing at this stage. The investigation is meant to determine whether league procedures were properly followed during the transfer process.
Club stays focused despite fresh questions
Despite the investigation, the signing remains one of the biggest moves of the MLS summer window. Club owners welcomed the ex-Premier League star and praised both his leadership and his winning mentality. They believe his arrival matches the long-term desire of building one of the strongest teams in North America. The midfielder also spoke positively after joining the club, saying his main goal is to keep winning and continue growing as a football player. Fans are now waiting for his debut alongside several world-famous teammates.
For now, the transfer stands as completed. The only remaining question is whether the league finds any breach of its rules. Until the investigation ends, attention will remain on both the ex Man United star and the process that brought him to South Florida.
Author’s Opinion
The signing itself is exciting, but following league rules is just as important. The investigation should be allowed to finish before any conclusions are made. A clear result will help protect both the competition and future transfers.
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