- Argentina international approaching free agency
- Ready to sever ties with Benfica
- Will return to his roots before moving to Florida
WHAT HAPPENED?
The 36-year-old forward is approaching the end of his contract during a second spell at Portuguese giants Benfica. He will hit free agency this summer, with the plan being to return to his roots in Argentina at that stage – with Di Maria heading back to where it all began for him.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
According to A Bola, Di Maria will link up with Rosario Central – his first club – on a six-month deal. After spending the rest of the calendar year in his homeland, the veteran winger will then travel north to join iconic countryman Messi at Inter Miami.
DID YOU KNOW?
It is claimed that Di Maria’s wife and children will head to Florida this summer, allowing them to settle alongside close friends, before seeing their family reunited in January 2025. The most ambitious of MLS outfits will then welcome another modern day great onto their books.
WHAT NEXT?
Messi – who savoured global glory alongside Di Maria at Qatar 2022 and will be going in search of another Copa America crown in June – is tied to a contract at Inter Miami through 2025. He may trigger a 12-month extension at some stage, but the Herons are set to be the final club in Di Maria’s distinguished career.
