Inter Miami could miss out on signing Argentine midfielder Federico Redondo as they are unwilling to match Argentinos Juniors' asking price.
Article continues below
Article continues below
Article continues below
Inter Miami could miss out on signing RedondoUnwilling to pay $8m (£6m) transfer feeThe clubs are set to meet again on SaturdayWHAT HAPPENED?
According to earlier reports, the Major League Soccer club were close to signing Redondo from Argentinos Juniors for a record $8m (£6m) transfer fee. But now journalist reports that Lionel Messi's club are now unwilling to pay the amount as they will not be able to shell out that kind of money to comply with MLS's financial regulations.
AdvertisementGetty/GOALTHE BIGGER PICTURE
The journalist further added that the deal is not off yet and the representatives of Argentinos Juniors and The Herons will meet once again on Saturday to negotiate the terms. The Argentine club are likely to give a day's deadline to Inter Miami to return to the earlier agreement or else they will not make the sale.
DID YOU KNOW?
The 21-year-old is the son of Real Madrid legend Fernando. He has represented the Argentine U23 side and is likely to feature for the national team at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.
GettyWHAT NEXT FOR INTER MIAMI?
Messi and Co. played their final pre-season friendly match against Newell's Old Boys on Thursday where they were held to a 1-1 draw. They will kick off proceedings in the 2024 MLS season on February 22 against Real Salt Lake.