This article was originally published on www.si.com as Atletico Madrid Sign USMNT Midfielder Amid Rodrigo De Paul Links With Inter Miami. Atlético Madrid have reached an agreement for the transfer of U.S. men’s national team and Real Betis midfielder Johnny Cardoso.

De Paul and national teammate Messi hope to continue to elevate Inter Miami, which has reached historic heights since Messi's arrival in 2023. The Herons reached the knockout stage of the Club World Cup and have won their past five MLS matches before Wednesday, as they eye a second straight Supporters' Shield.

Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has agreed to contract terms with Inter Miami. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press about the deal on Wednesday on condition of anonymity because the signing has not been announced.