Inter Miami’s Mas says club followed rules in Casemiro signing amid MLS investigation

MIAMI (AP) — Casemiro grasped his new pink and black jersey while standing on the pitch at Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium. Drums banged, flags swirled in the air and a group of supporters cheered, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Brazilian midfielder. “I’m happy,” Casemiro said in Spanish. “I’m not only happy here, but my family is also happy to be here. The only thing I want is to enjoy, to keep growing and keep winning.” After the 34-year-old was introduced at his new Major League Soccer home, Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas explained the process that brought him there, which was thrust in the spotlight when the league announced last week it would investigate whether the club engaged in tampering to get a deal done. Casemiro’s discovery rights were held by the LA Galaxy, and by league rule that would have prevented Inter Miami from negotiating with him. We’re actually competing in a global marketplace.

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