DONE DEAL: Inter Miami chiefs welcome Busquets arrival

Inter Miami have announced the signing of Sergi Busquets.

The former Barcelona captain joins Inter Miami in a free transfer after coming off contract with the Blaugrana.

Busquets has signed a deal to 2025, taking a Designated Player slot on the roster.

"This is a special and exciting opportunity that I'm very excited to take. I'm looking forward to this next step in my career with Inter Miami," Busquets said.

"I was impressed by the club when I came with Barcelona last year and now I'm happy and ready to represent the club myself.

"I can't wait to help bring the success that this ambitious club strives for."

Inter Miami's sporting director Chris Henderson also said: "We're very happy to bring somebody of Sergio's pedigree to Inter Miami. He is one of the smartest players to ever play the sport; he reads the game at an unprecedented level and impacts every facet of play.

"Sergio is a winner, a leader and a world-class talent, and we're excited to see him represent our franchise."

Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas said: "I am excited to welcome Sergio Busquets to Inter Miami.

"Since day one we have set out to bring the world's best players to Inter Miami. Sergio's repertoire speaks for itself."