Barcelona captain could reunite with Messi as Inter Miami are interested in transfer

Following the summer departures of Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba to Inter Miami, Sergi Roberto became the first club captain at Barcelona.

The 31-year-old La Masia graduate is not a regular under Xavi Hernandez and has not played much so far this term.

And, with his contract expiring at the end of the ongoing campaign, rumours of a summer departure are already starting to gain weight.

Inter Miami interested in Roberto

Now, SPORT is reporting that Inter Miami, who signed Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba from Barcelona last summer, are now interested in signing Sergi Roberto as well.

The MLS franchise roped in Lionel Messi as well along with Busquets and Alba, but failed to make it to the playoffs this season.

As such, the Florida-based outfit is looking to add another established player to their roster and Roberto has emerged as an option for them.

It has previously been reported that the possibility of a transfer to the USA appeals to Roberto and Inter Miami could provide him with an opportunity to reunite with his former teammates Messi, Alba, and Busquets.

Roberto wants to stay at Barça

However, the report mentions that at this point the idea of leaving for Inter Miami does not appeal to Roberto.

Instead, the 31-year-old wants to continue at Barcelona for as long as possible as he is said to be enjoying his stint as the first captain.

While he is not ruling out an adventure in the MLS in the future, the Spaniard is understood to be motivated by the prospect of leading the team that Xavi is currently building and believes he can still be of help to Barça.

Both the player and the club decided to take things year by year as far his contract is concerned.

As long as he feels he is contributing to the team and the Catalans are happy with his performances, Roberto will not listen to any offers.

But if Roberto feels that he is a burden to the club or if the Blaugrana tell him he is no longer needed, the versatile star will accept it.