The “Miami Project” is entering its most ambitious phase yet. Following reports on February 21, 2026, Inter Miami is actively exploring a move for Manchester United’s Casemiro, while fresh rumors suggest David Beckham is making a “last-ditch” effort to unite Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in Florida.
Casemiro: The Busquets Successor?
With Sergio Busquets having retired at the end of the 2025 season, Inter Miami is desperate for an elite defensive midfielder.
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The Announcement: Casemiro officially confirmed on January 22, 2026, that he will leave Manchester United this June upon the expiry of his contract.
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The “Scouting” Trip: The 34-year-old was spotted in Miami this past week with his wife, Anna Mariana. Insiders suggest the visit was a “reconnaissance mission” to evaluate the city and the club’s facilities before the summer transfer window.
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The Competition: While Miami offers a reunion with Lionel Messi, Casemiro also has a lucrative offer to return to São Paulo and interest from FC Porto.
The “Impossible” Dream: Ronaldo to Miami
The football world is buzzing over reports that David Beckham is trying to capitalize on Cristiano Ronaldo’s current strike at Al-Nassr.
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The Situation: Ronaldo has reportedly gone on strike in Saudi Arabia (as of February 10, 2026) due to disagreements with club executives over their transfer strategy.
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The Plan: Inter Miami currently has one free Designated Player (DP) slot, as the others are occupied by Lionel Messi and Germán Berterame.
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The Barrier: To sign both Casemiro and Ronaldo, Miami would need to navigate complex MLS salary cap rules or convince the players to accept “buy-down” contracts—a difficult task given Casemiro’s current €350,000-a-week wages.
Casemiro’s 2025/26 Season Stats
Despite his age, Casemiro has been a pillar for Manchester United under Michael Carrick this season:
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Appearances: 24 matches
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Goals: 5
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Assists: 2
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Defensive Impact: Leads United in tackles (52) and blocks (12).
A Historic Link: If Casemiro joins Miami, he would become only the 28th player in history to have played with both Lionel Messi (at Miami) and Cristiano Ronaldo (at Real Madrid and Man Utd).
The “Miami Project” is entering its most ambitious phase yet. Following reports on February 21, 2026, Inter Miami is actively exploring a move for Manchester United’s Casemiro, while fresh rumors suggest David Beckham is making a “last-ditch” effort to unite Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in Florida.
Casemiro: The Busquets Successor?
With Sergio Busquets having retired at the end of the 2025 season, Inter Miami is desperate for an elite defensive midfielder.
The Announcement: Casemiro officially confirmed on January 22, 2026, that he will leave Manchester United this June upon the expiry of his contract.
The “Scouting” Trip: The 34-year-old was spotted in Miami this past week with his wife, Anna Mariana. Insiders suggest the visit was a “reconnaissance mission” to evaluate the city and the club’s facilities before the summer transfer window.
The Competition: While Miami offers a reunion with Lionel Messi, Casemiro also has a lucrative offer to return to São Paulo and interest from FC Porto.
The “Impossible” Dream: Ronaldo to Miami
The football world is buzzing over reports that David Beckham is trying to capitalize on Cristiano Ronaldo’s current strike at Al-Nassr.
The Situation: Ronaldo has reportedly gone on strike in Saudi Arabia (as of February 10, 2026) due to disagreements with club executives over their transfer strategy.
The Plan: Inter Miami currently has one free Designated Player (DP) slot, as the others are occupied by Lionel Messi and Germán Berterame.
The Barrier: To sign both Casemiro and Ronaldo, Miami would need to navigate complex MLS salary cap rules or convince the players to accept “buy-down” contracts—a difficult task given Casemiro’s current €350,000-a-week wages.
Casemiro’s 2025/26 Season Stats
Despite his age, Casemiro has been a pillar for Manchester United under Michael Carrick this season:
Appearances: 24 matches
Goals: 5
Assists: 2
Defensive Impact: Leads United in tackles (52) and blocks (12).
A Historic Link: If Casemiro joins Miami, he would become only the 28th player in history to have played with both Lionel Messi (at Miami) and Cristiano Ronaldo (at Real Madrid and Man Utd).