Inter Miami have signed right-back Marcelo Weigandt on mortgage via the 2024 MLS season from Argentinian giants Boca Juniors.
It is a much-needed acquisition for Miami boss Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino, because the Herons have been with no true right-back for a number of weeks after DeAndre Yedlin was traded to FC Cincinnati. Julian Gressel has stuffed in right here and there on the place, however he is not a pure match and Martino has tailored through the use of three-at-the-back formations with wing-backs as a substitute of full-backs.
Ought to Weigandt carry out properly sufficient, Miami have the choice of extending his mortgage via the 2025 MLS season, and the signing permits Martino to go for his most well-liked 4-3-3 formation. Miami had been determined for a pure right-back as Jordi Alba and Noah Allen had been the one two match full-backs previous to Weigandt’s arrival.
“We’re happy to carry defender Marcelo Weigandt on mortgage from Boca Juniors. He’s a skillful younger defender that’s match and able to contribute. Marcelo comes with expertise in each home and worldwide competitions. We predict this addition helps strengthen our squad to compete for titles,” Miami chief soccer officer and sporting director Chris Henderson mentioned in a launch.
The 24-year-old arrives in south Florida having made 72 appearances for Boca Juniors, registering three objectives and 7 assists after his debut in October 2018. Wiegandt was despatched out on mortgage in between two stints with Boca with Argentinian membership Gimnasia LP, the place he recorded three objectives and three assists in 21 appearances.
Weigandt has represented Argentina on the worldwide stage with the U-20 and U-17 groups. He additionally brings a successful mentality to the south Florida facet, having lifted two league titles, two tremendous cups, one Terneos de Verano and one Copa Argentina with Boca.
“I am excited and proud to be becoming a member of such an bold membership like Inter Miami. I am wanting ahead to becoming a member of my new teammates, carrying the Membership’s colours, and giving my all to assist the workforce obtain our aims,” Weigandt mentioned.
Miami return to motion this Saturday to tackle NYCFC at Chase Stadium, with celebrity Lionel Messi unavailable for choice as a result of his lingering hamstring harm.