Inter Miami acquire Ecuadorian D Fricio Caicedo

Inter Miami acquired Ecuadorian defender Fricio Caicedo on loan from Costa Rica's FC Moravia FCM.

The deal announced Tuesday runs through the 2027 season and includes a purchase option.

Caicedo, 18, is also eligible to occupy a U22 Initiative roster slot with the defending MLS Cup champions.

"Fricio is a young player with tremendous potential and a bright future," Inter Miami sporting director Alberto Marrero said. "We're very pleased to welcome him to the project. We believe this is the ideal environment for him to continue developing, grow as a player, and gradually showcase his full potential. He stands out for his physicality, his strength in the air, and his pace when competing for loose balls."

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The 6-foot-4 center-back acknowledged that playing alongside eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is a dream come true.

"My goals are to play, earn minutes, become a starter and win many trophies," Caicedo said. "I came to Miami because my dream was to play alongside (Lionel) Messi, who is without a doubt the best player in the world. I'm here to make history and show what I can do."

Inter Miami will return from the FIFA World Cup break on July 22 against the visiting Chicago Fire.

--Field Level Media