Inter Miami faces MLS investigation over Casemiro signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 4:31 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Inter Miami is under investigation by Major League Soccer for allegedly tampering in the signing of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro. The club announced the signing on July 22, while the LA Galaxy had 'discovery priority' status for the player. Both teams have reached a settlement regarding the priority rights, but terms will remain undisclosed until the investigation concludes. Casemiro expressed his desire to join Miami, citing personal connections to the city and the chance to play alongside Lionel Messi.
- •Inter Miami announced Casemiro's signing on July 22.
- •The LA Galaxy had discovery priority for Casemiro.
- •MLS is reviewing potential tampering allegations.
- •Inter Miami and LA Galaxy reached a settlement on signing rights.
- •Casemiro is eager to join Miami and play with Lionel Messi.
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — David Beckham’s Inter Miami Under Investigation by MLS for Signing Brazilian Superstar Casemiro
"The Lionel Messi-helmed team announced it signed Casemiro on Wednesday, July 22
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