Inter Miami CF Signs Homegrown Midfielder Alexander Shaw Through 2026

Inter Miami CF has secured the future of promising young talent Alexander Shaw, signing the 17-year-old midfielder to a Homegrown Player contract through the end of the 2026 Major League Soccer (MLS) season, with options to extend through the 2028-29 season. The announcement was made on Friday, March 20, 2026, marking Shaw as the 11th player to progress from the Inter Miami CF Academy to the First Team.

Shaw’s Recent Debut and Development

Shaw recently made his MLS debut on March 14, 2026, coming on as a second-half substitute in Inter Miami’s 0-0 draw against Charlotte FC [Inter Miami CF]. Prior to this, he participated in the 2026 Champions Tour, making appearances against Alianza Lima, Barcelona SC, and earning a starting position against Independiente del Valle [Inter Miami CF].

Professional Beginnings with Inter Miami II

Shaw’s professional journey began with Inter Miami II in July 2025, where he registered 13 appearances and contributed two assists [MLS Soccer]. This experience paved the way for his call-up to the First Team and a Homegrown contract.

Shaw’s Enthusiasm for the Future

“Signing my first contract as a First Team player is a blessing. It’s something I had been working for since I first joined the Academy,” Shaw stated [MLS Soccer]. He expressed his excitement to continue developing with his teammates and striving for trophies with Inter Miami CF.

A Growing Trend of Academy Success

With Shaw’s signing, Inter Miami CF continues to demonstrate its commitment to developing talent through its Academy system. He joins Daniel Pinter, Israel Boatwright, Tyler Hall, Santiago Morales, David Ruiz, Benjamin Cremaschi, Noah Allen, Ian Fray, Edison Azcona, and Felipe Valencia as Homegrown players who have successfully transitioned from the Academy to the First Team [Inter Miami CF].