Inter Miami is poised to make significant moves in the January transfer window following a disappointing exit from the MLS playoffs. The Herons were eliminated in the first round, leading to Javier Mascherano replacing Tata Martino as head coach. Mascherano is expected to implement major changes in the lead-up to the 2025 season.

Inter Miami has already been linked with high-profile players such as Ángel Di María and James Rodríguez, with Mohamed Salah also on their radar as the Florida franchise seeks another forward to complement Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez.

Adding to these possibilities, Boca Juniors star Miguel Merentiel has emerged as a potential target for Inter Miami. According to El Crack Deportivo, the club is monitoring the 28-year-old Uruguay international, who has a release clause of $18 million and could be available for transfer at the end of the season.

Merentiel has been in impressive form for Boca Juniors, netting 17 goals and providing seven assists in all competitions this season. However, Boca’s president and Argentine legend Juan Román Riquelme is looking to rebuild the team after a lackluster season, making the sale of Merentiel a possibility if an offer comes in.

With Inter Miami showing interest, there is a chance the Florida franchise could pursue Merentiel, who could become a valuable asset alongside Messi and Suárez for Mascherano next season.