Inter Miami Eye Neymar as Potential DP Signing After Busquets and Albas Exit

Inter Miami extended midfielder Yannick Bright’s contract until 2029, leaving two Designated Player slots open following Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba’s retirements. With Lionel Messi already secured and Rodrigo De Paul expected to fill one spot, Neymar, out of contract in December, emerges as a possible target to reunite with Messi in Miami.

In the wake of Inter Miami’s latest roster developments, the club’s Designated Player (DP) situation has sparked renewed speculation about Neymar’s possible arrival. Midfielder Yannick Bright recently signed a three-year contract extension with an option for 2029, positioning him as the long-term replacement for veteran Sergio Busquets, who, along with Jordi Alba, is set to retire at the end of this MLS season.

Their exits will free up two of Miami’s three DP slots ahead of the 2026 campaign. With Lionel Messi already occupying one slot and Rodrigo De Paul expected to fill another, a final opening could pave the way for Neymar to join his former Barcelona teammates. The Brazilian star, 33, will become a free agent at the end of December and is eager to regain form and consistency ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup under Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil setup.

Reports suggest Inter Miami “would love” to sign him, making a high-profile reunion with Messi more realistic than ever. However, the club must carefully weigh Neymar’s injury record and financial demands before finalizing any move. Still, his arrival would significantly elevate Miami’s global profile and strengthen their ambitions for the coming seasons.