Inter Miami Welcomes Germán Berterame
Inter Miami CF has signed Mexico national team forward Germán Berterame from Liga MX club Monterrey. The Argentine-born striker joins Lionel Messi and the defending MLS Cup champions as a Designated Player on a contract that runs through 2029, including a club option for an additional year. The club activated Berterame’s $15 million release clause to finalize the transfer.
Berterame’s Farewell and Excitement
Berterame expressed gratitude for his time at Monterrey in a video message. “I’m leaving with a clear conscience, knowing I always gave my all for this club, and I hope I can return further down the road,” he stated. Reflecting on the move, he added, “This opportunity is all new; it’s a unique and fresh experience at the same time. It was unexpected, but I think it’s going to be a beautiful experience.”
He shared an anecdote from his contract renewal with Monterrey’s sporting director Héctor Lara: “When I renewed my contract, I told him, ‘I’m not leaving unless something really eye-catching comes along.’ I was obviously talking about teams from Europe. And I also said, ‘Unless, obviously, Messi comes and takes me with him.’ So that anecdote stuck.”
Career Highlights and International Pedigree
Berterame, who gained Mexican citizenship in 2024, began his professional career in Argentina’s Primera División with San Lorenzo and Patronato. He moved to Liga MX in 2019 with Atletico San Luis, where he netted 31 goals across 93 appearances in all competitions and claimed the Golden Boot for the 2021 Apertura season.
His strong performances earned him a call-up to the Mexican national team, for which he became eligible after limited youth experience with Argentina. Without senior caps for Argentina, Berterame switched allegiance without needing a FIFA one-time switch. He recently delivered the winning goal for Mexico in a World Cup qualifying friendly against Bolivia.
Interest from Other MLS Clubs
Several MLS teams showed interest in Berterame prior to this deal. FC Cincinnati attempted to trigger his earlier release clause, but negotiations fell through, paving the way for Inter Miami to secure the forward.
