Federico Redondo May Replace Sergio Busquets for LA Galaxy vs Inter Miami MLS Fixture: Here’s Why

Real Madrid legend Fernando Redondo’s 21-year-old son Federico will now play alongside compatriot Lionel Messi in Inter Miami. The Herons paid $8 million in transfer fees to Argentinos Juniors and completed Redondo’s move on Friday. Per his contract, the Argentine will stay in Miami till 2027, with an option to extend till 2028. Unlike his attacking midfielder father Fernando, Federico plays as a defensive midfielder. Hence, quite a lot of the Herons’ faithful now think he could replace the veteran Sergio Busquets in the midfield.

As of now, injuries have rocked Inter Miami’s midfield. Busquets took an abrasive knock to his ankle during the Vissel Kobe friendly. Meanwhile, Facundo Farias, who is also part of Miami’s U-22 initiative like Redondo, tore his ACL in the preseason. Hence, Federico Redondo will probably be a vital presence in the Herons’ midfield.

Federico Redondo could play against LA Galaxy as Busquets’ injury woe takes center stage

Sergio Busquets was kept out of Inter Miami’s roster in their match against Argentina’s Newell’s Old Boys after contracting an ankle injury. Upon returning to action in the MLS opener against Real Salt Lake, Busquets failed to play all 90 minutes. Lawson Sunderland replaced the FC Barcelona icon before the final whistle. After the game, coach Tata Martino said, Busquets’ “ankle knock was giving him trouble.” Hence, it is quite likely that Busquets’ presence in the LA Galaxy clash will be a game-time decision.

At this juncture, enters fresh blood, Federico Redondo. Inter Miami fans across social media platforms, pip Redondo to take charge of Miami’s midfield on Sunday against LA, should Busquets miss the action because of his ankle injury. Besides, he is also expected to fill the position left vacant by recently departed Brazilian star Gregore.

Hence, with or without Busquets, the 21-year-old has probably secured a position in the Herons’ roster. Furthermore, the Argentine prodigy comes with an impressive resume that speaks volumes about him as a player, other than his legendary surname.

Redondo’s stellar exploits make him a valuable addition

Federico Redondo was instrumental to the Argentina U-23 team’s run in the CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic tournament. Argentina finished the tournament second, losing to Paraguay in the final. With the second-place finish, Redondo and Co. secured a berth in the upcoming Paris Olympics.

During the pre-Olympic tournament, Redondo showed his midfield versatility. Though he is technically a defensive midfielder, the Argentine catapulted his team’s attack in the tournament, playing closer to the opponent’s goal.

Besides, the youngster has also shown great prowess in taking up space and making the best of it. Players who are conversant with utilizing spaces are paramount to boss Tata Martino’s strategy. Hence, many regard the prodigy as a potential partner or even replacement for the veteran Sergio Busquets.

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