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Inter Miami hire President of Football OperationsChief had previously worked at Barcelona, ArsenalHerons back in MLS action Wednesday nightWHAT HAPPENED?

Inter Miami on Monday announced a change-up in their front office. The Herons named former Barcelona and Arsenal chief Raúl Sanllehí, as well as Xavier Asensi, as Co-Presidents of the organization. Sanllehí will serve as President of Football Operations and Asensi as President of Business Operations.

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Sanllehí was Director of Football at Barcelona for 11 years from 2008-2019, when stars such as Messi, Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba were playing for the Catalan club.

Additionally, during that same span, he worked closely with current Miami coach Gerardo 'Tata' Martino. They will all be reunited at the South Beach club.

WHAT MIAMI SAID

“Developing a championship culture requires great talent and hard work both on the pitch and within the organization that supports our players,” said Managing Owner Jorge Mas. “I want to welcome Raúl to our journey of building a Club our fans can be proud of and look forward to continuing to work with Xavi.”

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The Herons are back in action Wednesday night against the Columbus Crew in an Eastern Conference clash, as two of MLS' elite will go head-to-head.