Then Lionel Messiarrival, From Miami has become one of Major League SoccerS the fastest growing franchise services, investing strongly in infrastructure and talent to support their ambitious expansion plans. Now, The club is reported to obtain a significant off -field boost with the addition of an experienced CEO from Atletico Madrid.
One of the most unstable positions in the organization has been that of Head of football (CSO). At the beginning of 2024, both Chris Henderson and Raul Sanlehi Occupied the role, but club president Jorge Mas finally divorced with both, which got another big shaking in the club’s sports leadership.
According to GivemesportTom Bogert, Inter Miami CF has appointed Alberto Marrero to their new CSO. Marrero has long -term ties to Atletico Madrid, where he had different roles in football operations since 2010. He also played a key role in the club’s international expansion and worked with subsidiaries in France and India.
Marrero later served as CEO of Liga MSide Atletico San Luis and adds valuable North American experience to his resume. With that track record, Inter Miami Hope Marrero will provide long -awaited stability and vision to a position that has been in flow for months. His appointment also comes at a crucial time, with key players who Luis Suarez has expressed concern over roster depth before a demanding campaign.
A key role in the Messi era
The CSO position has been a rotating door for Inter Miami in recent years. The situation became more complex in early 2024, when Raul Sanllehi was reportedly removed from all sports decision responsibility.
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In January, Sanllehi was reversed to focus on strategic issues related to FIFAMLS and Conmebol, especially with the World Cup 2026 on the horizon. Since then, Guillermo HoyosThe club’s academy director, has informally fulfilled the role, but without an official appointment, the sports leadership has lacked continuity.
From 1 April, Inter Miami’s official website still listed Sanllehi as president of football operations, even though it was out of the role for almost three months. With Alberto Marreros’s arrival, the club aims to strengthen its football structure and lay the foundation for a more stable and successful Messi-led era.
