Luis Suarez, aged 36, has officially signed a one-year contract with Inter Miami, reuniting with former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi.

The Uruguayan striker, coming off a highly successful stint with Gremio, where he scored 17 goals and provided 11 assists in 33 league matches, narrowly missing out on the title to Palmeiras.

Inter Miami, co-owned by David Beckham, eagerly welcomes Suarez as they prepare for a new chapter in domestic competition in Florida.

The South American icon said: "I'm very happy and excited to take on this new challenge with Inter Miami.

"I can't wait to get started and I'm ready to work to make the dream of winning more titles with this great club a reality.

"I'm optimistic about what we can achieve together with our shared ambition.

"I will give my all to bring joy to these great fans I've heard so much about while I wear Inter Miami colours, and look forward to reuniting with great friends and players.

"I'm also eager to meet my new team-mates and coaches."

Beckham added: "We are delighted to have a player of Luis' quality and passion for the game join our club.

"He joins a squad that is inspiring the next generation and we look forward to seeing him take to the field with both former team-mates and young players from our academy."

In addition to reuniting with Messi in Miami, Suarez will have the opportunity to play alongside two other former Barcelona teammates, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.

The Leagues Cup holders are set to kick off the 2024 Major Soccer League season on February 22, hosting Real Salt Lake. Ahead of the competitive season, Gerardo Martino's side has scheduled warm-up friendlies against Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, Vissel Kobe, and Newell's Old Boys in the coming weeks.