Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne could become teammates with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami this summer in a move that would send shockwaves around MLS. The South Florida side holds De Bruyne’s MLS discovery rights, which gives Inter the first right to negotiate with the Belgian star, according to multiple sources briefed on the potential move.

The American club wants De Bruyne in mid-2025, exactly in time for the Club World Cup, with a team, on paper at least, destined to be the most starry in MLS history. The deal is said to be in its infancy as per the English media,

Inter Miami CF hold the discovery rights for Manchester City player Kevin De Bruyne, sources have told ESPN, setting up a scenario in which the Belgian playmaker could join Lionel Messi in south Florida.