Messi’s Inter Miami reportedly rejected by South American defender ahead of 2026 MLS season

A South American defender has reportedly turned down the opportunity to play in Major League Soccer for Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami.

Inter Miami are working on reshaping their roster after winning the Major League Soccer title in 2025. The goal now is to raise the bar and carry that success onto the international stage, a task that will require surrounding Lionel Messi with top-level talent. A South American defender was reportedly on that list of targets but ultimately declined the offer.

According to TNT Sports...