Following a shocking exit from the playoffs In the first round against Atlanta United, changes may already be starting to happen at Inter Miami, as coach Tata Martino is leaving the club after just a season and a half in charge for personal reasons, according to Tom Bogert. Alongside Lionel Messi, Martino led Inter Miami to its first trophy in club history by winning the 2023 Leagues Cup and also oversaw a team that won the Supporters’ Shield and set a new MLS points record with 74 points. during this season.
But it was still a disappointment to fall to Atlanta United after a good season for the Herons. While they were able to manage at times playing without Messi, being eliminated from the Leagues Cup and Concacaf Champions Cup was unexpected as Miami fell in knockout competitions.
There could be major roster changes, but first they will have to determine who will lead the club in the future. When considering a new manager, some factors that could come into play are his familiarity with Messi and his ability to manage stars and develop youngsters.
One of the first contenders who meets these requirements is Xavi Hernández. Coinciding with Messi, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets and Luis Suárez in Barcelona, the free agent coach also won La Liga and gave opportunities to young players. It would be an ambitious appointment for the Herons. but if anyone can get a manager like that, it’s them with all the above connections.
