MLS
Inter Miami find Yedlin’s replacement at Boca Juniors
The Herons have taken no time to find a replacement for DeAndre Yedlin, who was traded to Cincinnati a few days ago.
Inter Miami surprised everyone by announcing that DeAndre Yedlin, one of the club’s captains, would be moving on to join Cincinnati. The news broke late on Sunday and was confirmed by Cincy the following day. Now, with the obligation to continue By building a team that can dominate United States soccer, the Herons would already have a replacement for the American full-back.
“DeAndre has been a leader for us on and off the field, and we’re very thankful for everything he has done for Inter Miami. I’ve known him since his academy days in Seattle, and have been proud to see his success here, including helping the team lift its first trophy,” said Inter Miami’s sporting director Chris Henderson via a statement.
He added, “This trade gives us the flexibility to continue building our roster. Our ambitions remain high and we will look to use the space created by this move to improve our squad as we aim to compete for titles”.
Inter Miami battling on two fronts
It appears that the Herons decided to move quickly. MLS teams are eligible to make new signings until the transfer deadline on 23 April. There is some urgency as the team is already full immersed in competition, with both the domestic league and the CONCACAF Champions Cup fully underway.
Marcelo Weigandt, from Boca Junios to Miami
It has since emerged that Boca Juniors right-back Marcelo Weigandt has informed his club that he will not renew his contract (which expires in December). The Argentine defender is also believed to have told his superiors that he has an offer from Inter Miami and that MLS would be his next destination.
“Chelo Weigandt accepted the proposal from Inter Miami. He made the decision to play in the MLS. The club made an offer to Boca to go now and not leave free. A compensatory figure because Weigandt is not going to renew anyway,” reported TyC Sports journalist Gastón Edul, on social media.
Weigandt could join Miami before the 23 April trade deadline to provide depth on the right wing and one more variant for Gerardo Martino. With the team already involved in two competitions, the Argentine coach knows that they cannot waste any more time fine-tuning the squad. The short-term goal is to finish in the top positions in MLS and go as far as possible in the CONCACAF Champions Cup - ideally, winning it.
Weigandt came through the youth system at Boca, winning numerous including two leagues, both domestic cups and a couple of Supercups. The opportunity to play alongside Leo Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba is extremely tempting - especially the idea of sharing a locker room with his compatriot, Albiceleste captain and World Cup winner.