Inter Miami's Bold DP Move Speaks Volumes as Neymar Rumors Swirl

Despite Inter Miami midfielder Yannick Bright securing a three-year contract extension with the Herons, the team maintains two available Designated Player (DP) positions that could potentially facilitate Neymar's reunion with Lionel Messi.

Inter Miami continues planning for tomorrow. The Herons have already secured Messi through the 2028 MLS campaign and now Yannick Bright has also prolonged his tenure in South Beach.

Bright's new agreement features an additional clause for 2029, ensuring the MLS SuperDraft first-round pick remains in pink for years to come. The midfielder is anticipated to naturally replace Sergio Busquets, who plans to retire following this season alongside Jordi Alba.

With Bright's fresh contract secured, the organization can proceed with outlining its DP strategy. The exits of Busquets and Alba will open up two of the Herons' three DP positions before the 2026 MLS campaign begins.

Messi currently occupies one position while Rodrigo De Paul is anticipated to claim the second. This creates one available DP spot that Neymar could potentially fill.

Neymar's Transfer to Inter Miami Becomes Feasible

Since Messi, Alba, Busquets and Luis Suárez arrived at Inter Miami, speculation has circulated regarding Neymar possibly joining his former Barcelona colleagues in America. The reunion remained merely wishful thinking, however, considering the Herons' three occupied DP positions.

However, with the Eastern Conference club preparing for significant roster modifications following this season's end, the possibility becomes more realistic. Recent reports suggest Inter Miami "would be thrilled" to acquire Neymar.

The Brazilian star, whose contract expires at year's end, continues pursuing a spot in Carlo Ancelotti's roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. To earn his way back to the Seleção following years of injury struggles, Neymar must secure a new club before this summer's competition and maintain regular playing time.

Neymar might follow his former Barcelona colleagues' path and utilize MLS as the platform to rejuvenate his career. Inter Miami, however, would need to negotiate terms that both attract the 33-year-old and benefit the organization; considering Neymar's age and injury record could make the Herons cautious about investing heavily in the attacker.