Luis Suárez Chooses One-Year Inter Miami Extension for Final 2026 Season — Report
Why Suárez chose Miami for one last run
Luis Suárez is on the verge of agreeing a one-year extension with Inter Miami through 2026, for what would be his third and almost certainly final MLS season. After sparse minutes in the playoffs and a nonplaying role in the M.L.S. Cup final, retirement or a trade made sense for the 38-year-old. In the end Suárez stayed, motivated by one last run with his close friend Lionel Messi. The agreement puts him in position to defend his Miami titles and conclude his M.L.S. career in the new Miami Freedom Park. It was Suarez, not Costa, who became the inspiration for an attack with a hint of craft about it.The double act have combined for 30 league goals this season.Entering just his second season at the club following a $100 million move from Liverpool in December 2023, he has been rigidly consistent with his goal return.Suárez has hit 42 in 87 outings and showed flashes both of clever predilection and sharp reaction while hanging around the Manchester City penalty area.
What it means for Inter Miami’s 2026 reshuffle
The return of Suárez should give Inter Miami some much-needed steadiness as the team continues to evolve. With Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba on the way out, the club retains an experienced goal scorer and leader to help mentor a considerably younger squad. And, coach Javier Mascherano can arguably more easily wrangle keeping Suárez fresh for the big occasions with his minutes. New left back Sergio Reguilón is seen as someone who can help replace Alba’s pace and crossing while the front office searches for a star signing to complete their third Designated Player slot next to Messi and Suárez. Names like Neymar and Lewandowski demonstrate the kind of ambition evident in Miami’s attempt to build a big, broad soccer club. Act on the field with a more compact team shape, a little smarter pressing and rotation of the squad to keep Suárez fresh for key moments. His leadership, box finishing and threat on set pieces offer that continuity for Miami as it defends its titles and prepares for life at Miami Freedom Park.