Inter Miami has extended the contract of veteran Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez for another season, the MLS club said on Wednesday.

Suarez has scored 42 goals and provided 29 assists from 87 games across all competitions since joining Miami on a free transfer in January 2024.

Inter Miami CF's Luis Suarez celebrates scoring during the group A match between Inter Miami CF of the United States and Palmeiras of Brazil at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at the Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, the United States, June 23, 2025. (Xinhua/Li Ming)

The 38-year-old, whose previous deal had been due to expire on December 31, made 50 appearances in 2025, scoring 17 goals and helping the club clinch its first MLS Cup title.

"Inter Miami has signed legendary striker Luis Suarez to a new contract through the 2026 Major League Soccer (MLS) season," read a statement on the Florida club's website.

"The striker's vast experience and leadership were crucial as Inter Miami clinched ... the Eastern Conference championship and the MLS Cup," it added.

Suarez's 20-year professional career has included spells at Ajax, Liverpool, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, among other clubs. He is Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals from 143 international appearances.