Inter Miami’s attacking options have been reduced recently as injuries have struck the squad, most notably forward Tadeo Allende. After a formal update confirmed that Allende’s season-ending injury, the club is set to strengthen its frontline with a key signing.
Following a slow start to the season due to persistent knee discomfort, Allende underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in Barcelona in May. The club never disclosed the full extent of the procedure or a definitive timeline for his return.
Inter Miami recently updated Allende’s status on its official website to “Season-Ending Injury,” confirming that he last played on May 2 against Orlando City and will be sidelined until at least 2027.
Inter Miami sign Brazilian talent Riquelme Fillipi
Inter Miami have completed the signing of 19‑year‑old winger Riquelme Fillipi from Palmeiras, according to South American transfer insider Cesar Luis Merlo. The club agreed a $4.2 million fee for 60 % of the player’s rights, with an option to acquire a further 30 % for $2 million.
Fillipi, who has signed a four‑year contract running through 2030, is expected to fit the club’s long‑term plans. The Brazilian will join fellow compatriot Micael in South Florida, travel to Fort Lauderdale for medical exams, and complete his registration.
Fillipi debuted for Palmeiras’ senior team last season, making 11 first‑team appearances after 80 games for their under‑20 side, where he scored 30 goals and provided four assists. The signing adds a dynamic winger who can operate on either flank, bringing pace and strong one‑on‑one ability to a squad that currently relies heavily on Messi for creativity.
How Allende’s injury impacts the Fillipi acquisition
A recent Leagues Cup exit highlighted Inter Miami’s lack of attacking depth, as the club played extended periods without several key forwards—including Luis Suárez, Germán Berterame, Allende, Mateo Silvetti, and even Messi. Recognizing that Allende’s injury would have a larger impact than expected, the front office accelerated the signing of Fillipi to address the roster gaps.
MLS regulations permit clubs to place a player with a season‑ending injury on the Season‑Ending Injury List, granting roster relief and allowing the acquisition of a replacement for the remainder of the campaign. Inter Miami are invoking this provision for Allende and signing Fillipi as their one permitted replacement for the 2026 season.
Fillipi’s international‑ roster status will not be a problem. Allende occupied an international roster slot, and MLS rules allow a replacement player to claim that same slot, so the Brazilian youth international can join without complicating Miami’s roster composition.
Fillipi’s budget charge must be equal to or less than Allende’s to comply with MLS salary‑cap rules. The replacement must be registered before the roster freeze on October 9, 2026. Since Allende’s injury happened well before that date, Inter Miami have ample time to finalize Fillipi’s registration.