After an extensive 20-day journey, Inter Miami touched down in Florida early this morning following the conclusion of their Asian tour. While the team’s upcoming training plans are yet to be disclosed, the match against Newell’s Old Boys stands as the final assessment for the Herons before embarking on the MLS regular season.

Although the preseason tour didn’t unfold as anticipated in terms of results, a sense of optimism permeates the club in this early phase of development. Presently, the major concerns revolve around ιnjᴜred players, with a focus on the conditions of Leo Messi, Luis Suárez, and Sergio Busquets.

Suárez has been grappling with knee issues persisting from his time in Spain, while Messi, who began Wednesday’s friendly on the bench, is under continuous observation by the club’s staff. There is mounting worry regarding Busquets, as further tests are pending for the midfielder who had to exit the Tokyo match after half an hour due to an ankle ιnjᴜry.

To bolster the squad, head coach Tata Martino may consider additional reinforcements before the transfer window closes on March 24. Despite unsuccessful attempts to secure Facundo Medina from Boca Juniors and Agustin Palavecino and Pablo Solari from River Plate in recent weeks, the club might need to explore replacements due to the extended absences of Facu Farias, Benja Cremaschi, and potentially Busquets.