De Paul Effect

The arrival of Rodrigo De Paul at Inter Miami is having a ripple effect across MLS, cementing the Florida club's position as a leader in the recruitment of European stars.

Rodrigo De Paul's arrival at Inter Miami is having a ripple effect across MLS.

Under this model, Inter Miami not only increases competitiveness on the field but also elevates the league in terms of image and market appeal.

Joining from Atletico Madrid, De Paul quickly became a key player in Inter Miami's midfield, scoring, assisting and maintaining consistent form in the Leagues Cup - his first tournament in North America.

Although not as famous as Messi or Luis Suarez, the Argentine midfielder still proves his professional value, and continues Inter Miami's series of effective contracts after Matuidi and Gonzalo Higuain.

Notably, MLS now boasts five World Cup winners - the most ever - surpassing the 2015–2017 era with names like Pirlo, Kaka and Schweinsteiger. Inter Miami, founded in 2020, is playing a central role in this transformation.

Inter Miami’s influence is not limited to the pitch. The regular presence of stars such as LeBron James, DJ Khaled and Serena Williams at Chase Stadium shows that soccer has become a part of American entertainment culture. At the same time, a series of major brands such as Apple, Audi, Red Bull and Adidas also see this as an opportunity to invest long-term in a club that is growing in stature.

With the attraction of Inter Miami, rivals in MLS are not standing still. LAFC has just completed the signing of Heung-min Son, opening the door to the Asian market. Vancouver Whitecaps also made a splash by bringing Thomas Müller to the league. Young players like Steven Alzate (Atlanta United) or Nicolás Mercau (New York City FC) show that MLS is becoming a destination not only for older names but also for talents who have tried their hand in Europe.

The De Paul effect may only be beginning, but it is helping shape a more ambitious MLS — one where soccer is not just a game, but a comprehensive strategy for positioning itself on the global sports map.

Source: https://znews.vn/hieu-ung-de-paul-post1575074.html