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Argentina Manager Lionel Scaloni Supports Rodrigo De Paul's Move to Inter Miami in MLS

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Rodrigo De Paul surprised many by leaving Atletico Madrid for Inter Miami despite the World Cup being close. However, national team coach Lionel Scaloni has endorsed the midfielder's switch to Major League Soccer, emphasizing the importance of performance over the club's location.

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Argentina Manager Lionel Scaloni Supports Rodrigo De Paul's Move to Inter Miami in MLS

'He’s playing at a very good level' - Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni backs Rodrigo De Paul’s decision to Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami in MLS

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Argentinian Midfielder Rodrigo De Paul Makes Bold Move to MLS

In a move that raised eyebrows in the football world, Rodrigo De Paul opted to depart Atletico Madrid for Inter Miami, a decision that sparked mixed reactions among Argentina fans. With the highly anticipated World Cup just around the corner, many were taken aback by De Paul's choice to join an MLS team. However, despite the initial surprise, national team manager Lionel Scaloni has come out in support of the midfielder's move, emphasizing the importance of performance on the field rather than the club's location.

Published on Jun 17, 2026