Miami, FL – Inter Miami CF's newest goalkeeper, Dayne St. Clair, is expressing excitement about joining the team and sharing the field with some of the world's best players, including Lionel Messi. The announcement of St. Clair's signing came on January 4, 2026, as the team looks to bolster its squad for the upcoming season.
St. Clair, named the 2025 MLS Goalkeeper of the Year, arrives at Inter Miami after a standout season. The 28-year-old Canadian international is signed through the 2026 season, with an option for the abbreviated 2027 "sprint season". He is expected to immediately step into the starting role, taking over from Rocco Rios Novo, who was the keeper during their MLS Cup-winning postseason run.
"I'm incredibly excited about this opportunity," St. Clair said in a recent interview. "Inter Miami has built something special, and the chance to play alongside players like Messi is a dream. It's not just about playing with talented individuals; it's about being part of a team with real ambition, a team that wants to push boundaries and compete at the highest level.".
St. Clair's move to Inter Miami comes as a surprise to many, considering his previous success with Minnesota United, the club that drafted him. However, the allure of joining a team with Inter Miami's aspirations and star power proved too strong to resist. "From the outside, you see a team that has real ambitions and pushes the boundaries in order to push our league forward," St. Clair stated.
The goalkeeper believes that playing for the defending MLS Cup champions will also boost his chances of representing Canada in the 2026 World Cup. "Being surrounded by the best players in the world can only help me improve and grow as a player," St. Clair added.
Inter Miami is not only adding St. Clair to their roster, but are also reportedly close to acquiring Argentine midfielder David Ayala from the Portland Timbers and MLS Defender of the Year Tristan Blackmon from the Vancouver Whitecaps. These potential additions signal the team's commitment to building a strong and competitive squad for the upcoming season.
