Luis Suárez and a New Chapter at Inter Miami: The Renewal Takes Shape
Inter Miami finalized Luis Suárez’s renewal through 2026. Beyond goals, the club is backing his leadership and experience for a new phase of the project.
Inter Miami back continuity with Luis Suárez
Inter Miami made a key strategic decision for their immediate future: renewing Luis Suárez’s contract until the end of the 2026 season. After weeks filled with uncertainty and speculation, the club chose to secure the presence of one of the most influential forwards in its recent history, valuing not only his goal-scoring ability but everything he represents on and off the pitch.
The Uruguayan striker arrived in Miami ahead of the 2024 season and adapted to MLS immediately. A four-time LaLiga champion with FC Barcelona and widely regarded as one of the best No. 9s of his generation, Suárez proved his class remains intact. In his first year, he recorded 19 goals and 12 assists, numbers that established him as one of the team’s most productive attacking pieces.
Performance, numbers and an evolving role
Throughout the season, Luis Suárez once again backed his status with strong numbers. He finished the year with 34 direct goal contributions, a figure that highlights his real impact even amid rotation and careful physical management. However, the final stretch of the campaign brought notable changes.
In the closing postseason matches, the Uruguayan lost his starting spot, making way for young forward Mateo Silvetti. Inter Miami even faced decisive games without a natural No. 9, a risky tactical bet that ultimately paid off collectively. Suárez acknowledged that embracing a reduced role was not easy, but he prioritized the team’s well-being and maintained a positive attitude, further reinforcing his profile as a locker-room leader.
A rebuilding project with experience at its core
Suárez’s renewal comes at a time of significant transformation for Inter Miami. While Lionel Messi signed a long-term deal to remain in South Florida, other emblematic figures from the original project moved on. Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba retired at the end of the 2025 season, while Rodrigo De Paul joined the club on a permanent transfer.
In this context, Suárez’s continuity carries special weight. The club believes his experience, game intelligence and leadership are essential to support the development of younger players and sustain competitiveness in an increasingly demanding league.
More than goals: leadership, locker room and ambition
From the technical staff led by Javier Mascherano, Suárez is viewed as a complete asset. Even when not starting, his influence in tight matches, his ability to read key moments and his presence in the locker room remain decisive.
Moreover, his partnership with Lionel Messi continues to be one of the team’s defining pillars. Beyond their on-field chemistry, their relationship raises group standards and reinforces the winning mentality Inter Miami aims to consolidate.
With this renewal, Inter Miami shows that they are not thinking only in the short term. Committing to Luis Suárez through 2026 is a commitment to experience, leadership and an ambition that goes beyond individual names. In an increasingly competitive MLS, the Herons want to keep growing with a solid foundation and a figure who, even in a different role, continues to lead the way.
