From Inter Miami to San Diego FC: Franco Negri’s MLS comeback no one saw coming | OneFootball

On fire is the market of Major League Soccer, and one of the main protagonists is Franco Negri. The 29-year-old Argentine left-back, recently released by Inter Miami, will join San Diego FC until December 2026. For journalist César Luis Merlo, this transfer means a great opportunity for Negri to return to being an important player and to settle in with a team that is still working on its identity in the league.

The one to arrive at the right moment both for him and San Diego FC: Negri had remained somewhat invisible last season, although he belonged to Inter Miami; now he again has a scene for proving himself. Experiences with teams such as Godoy Cruz, Newell's Old Boys, and Belgrano are going to help in being able to bear pressures which are so bad for this team.

San Diego, on the other hand, is wagering on a player with well-rounded qualities-a player who can pull his weight on both sides of the field. With his pinpoint passing and strong ball-recovery skills, Negri brings in the attributes required for a modern full-back. This makes him an attractive addition to the roster, particularly in a league like MLS, where versatility is often put to the test.

What went wrong at Inter Miami?

Franco Negri never quite lived up to the billing at Inter Miami. Coming in with much fanfare, he never quite nailed down regular playing time. And once superstars like Lionel Messi and other international signings came aboard, it only added to the roster competition in Miami, which further pushed Negri to the sidelines.

This is not a downplaying of his skills but merely to emphasize that his problems in Miami may have been highly circumstantial, rather than related to his talent. At San Diego FC, Negri might feature more prominently and stands a good chance of starting as their left-back.

San Diego FC: A team in search of an identity

New to MLS, San Diego FC has the opportunity to forge a competitive identity all its own. Players with experience, like Franco Negri, will be crucial in that process. Indeed, Negri brings not only technical skill to the table but also the maturity he has garnered from his time in Argentina and MLS.

The signing of Negri fits with the strategy San Diego FC has outlined to blend experience with youth as they build out their roster. His balanced style of play can almost be a foundation stone for setting a tactical approach that identifies the club within the league. Negri Impact on San Diego FC and MLS

Negri can definitely bring in a change in San Diego FC. His capability of helping both offensively and defensively opens up necessary flexibility for the coach to adapt to situations that may come along. Also, his experience in MLS would help him fit in easily into his new club rhythm.

Deals like this further illustrate that, on the whole, MLS is a place where players can find new opportunities to shine. Franco Negri serves as yet another example of how MLS offers not just a competitive platform, but also an environment suited for career resets.