Casemiro’s Inter Miami Debut, Visa Clearance and Ongoing Tampering Review

Brazilian midfielder Casemiro is set to make his Major League Soccer debut for Inter Miami against CF Montréal on Saturday night after receiving a P-1 visa. The appearance will be his first competitive match since Brazil’s 2-1 World Cup round-of-16 loss to Norway. Inter Miami’s roster already lists three designated players—Lionel Messi, Rodrigo De Paul and Germán Berterame—so Casemiro will occupy a non-DP slot.

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Casemiro left Manchester United when his contract expired on June 30 and signed with Inter Miami as a free agent. The deal runs through the conclusion of the 2027 MLS Sprint season, with an option to extend until June 2029. He prioritized Miami over other MLS clubs, citing the city’s appeal and the opportunity to play alongside Messi.

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The LA Galaxy filed a tampering claim with MLS, alleging Inter Miami contacted Casemiro without first acquiring his Discovery Priority. Inter Miami and the Galaxy have reached a settlement regarding the Discovery Priority, but MLS will continue its investigation of the alleged tampering.

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He added that his decision was driven by the project presented by Inter Miami and the chance to play with the “best player of all time.” The club’s management expressed confidence that Casemiro will bolster the midfield while the league finalizes its review.

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• “What motivates me the most, and I think this is true for every player, is winning and continuing to grow. The project the Club presented to me, along with the effort everyone made to bring me here, means a lot to me,” — Germán Berterame. Casemiro

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• “I would like to leave very clear about this situation, especially as it pertains to my person,” — Germán Berterame. Casemiro

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