Inter Miami signs Uruguayan forward Luis Suarez
Inter Miami’s star-studded roster just added another modern-day talent to the group.
Luis Suarez has joined the Herons on a one-year deal through 2024, Inter Miami announced Friday. The 36-year-old most recently played in Brazil’s Serie A, scoring 26 goals, registering 17 assists, and lifting the Campeonato Gaúcho and Recopa Gaúcha titles.
“We are happy to welcome world class striker Luis Suarez to our club. Luis is a fierce competitor whose winning drive embodies what we want out of our players. We promised our fans we would pursue the world’s best players to build a squad that can compete at the highest echelons in the Americas. Coming off an award-winning season in Brazil, Luis will be a key addition to our roster. We will continue to be ambitious and always strive to pursue the Freedom to Dream,” said Managing Owner Jorge Mas.
Suarez has enjoyed a stellar club career which featured previous stops at Barcelona, Liverpool, Atletico Madrid, and Ajax. He lifted the UEFA Champions League once, La Liga on four occasions, the FIFA Club World Cup once, and the UEFA Super Cup once.
In total, Suarez has won over 20 domestic titles and cups during his career. He’s also earned 138 caps with the Uruguayan national team, scoring 68 goals and winning the 2011 Copa America.
His move to Inter Miami will reunite him with former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets. Suarez is set to fill the void left by Josef Martinez and compete for the starting position alongside Leonardo Campana.
“I’m very happy and excited to take on this new challenge with Inter Miami,” Suarez said. “I can’t wait to get started, and I’m ready to work to make the dream of winning more titles with this great Club a reality. I’m optimistic about what we can achieve together with our shared ambition.
“I will give my all to bring joy to these great fans I’ve heard so much about while I wear Inter Miami colors, and look forward to reuniting with great friends and players. I’m also eager to meet my new teammates and coaches,” he added.
Despite lifting its first trophy in franchise history, Inter Miami failed to make the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2023 under Tata Martino.
