After Lionel Messi’s stellar debut with **Inter Miami CF** which saw the team go through to the Leagues Cup knockout stage, and the elegant play of Sergio Busquets in midfield, the Florida side has now announced the arrival of Jordi Alba. The left-back has already taken the field for his first training session with his new team. The ex-Barcelona trident have already captured the hearts of their fanbase and struck fear into those of their opponents, ahead of their Round of 32 clash.
The defender is now at the disposal of his manager Gerardo Martino, who is considering including him among the substitutes for their match against Orlando City SC on Wednesday, August 2. The Herons will go into the match-up against their state rivals aiming to claim a spot in the last 16 of the tournament, which brings together the best teams in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
This Monday, July 31, the full-back had his first training session with Inter Miami CF and was welcomed by his new teammates. Before heading out onto the pitch, he was seen chatting with Messi and Busquets, who will have undoubtedly explained the importance of the team’s upcoming game to him.
The Catalan defender will be officially unveiled this Tuesday, one day before the local derby. As announced by the club themselves, the former Culé will appear at a press conference along with the head coach at Florida Blue Training Center in Fort Lauderdale.
The 34-year-old experienced left-back, who won the European Championships with Spain in 2012, has joined Inter Miami’s ambitious project. The team will be looking to go one step closer to success on the continental stage in tomorrow’s match-up.
In tomorrow’s press conference, “Tata” Martino will indicate whether Alba will be included in the squad for Wednesday’s match against Orlando City SC at DRV PNK Stadium in the Leagues Cup 2023 round of 32.
