The MLS switch market stays busy as we head into the beginning of preseason for the league’s golf equipment.
From confirmed offers to big-name rumors, right here is all the foremost switch information surrounding MLS in the previous couple of days.
San Diego FC proceed to ‘circle’ round Kevin De Bruyne transfer
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MLS upstarts San Diego FC are stated to be ‘on the shortlist’ for Belgian famous person Kevin De Bruyne ought to he go away Manchester Metropolis this summer season.
The Athletic have reported that De Bruyne would like a transfer to MLS over the Center East, and California is amongst his ‘most well-liked locations’.
San Diego presently have only one Designated Participant, Mexican winger Chucky Lozano, giving them loads of wiggle room to usher in a big-money star to kick-start life in MLS.
Toronto FC ‘working in the direction of’ Insigne departure
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Toronto FC are reportedly ‘working in the direction of’ a departure for star ahead Lorenzo Insigne, Tom Bogert reported over the weekend.
The Italian has bagged 28 objective contributions in 56 MLS video games for Toronto, however the Canadian outfit haven’t certified for the MLS Cup Playoffs of in any of his 2.5 seasons on the membership.
Alan Pulido strongly linked to Chivas return
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Sporting KC ahead Alan Pulido is reportedly set for a transfer again to Chivas after a four-year stint in Kansas Metropolis, as per studies from insider César Luis Merlo.
In his first spell with Chivas, Pulido was named Liga MX MVP throughout the Clausura-winning 2017 marketing campaign, however has failed to really hit the identical heights for Sporting KC.
He scored 14 objectives in 28 league video games in 2023 and was topped MLS Comeback Participant of the Yr after recovering from knee damage.
CF Montréal purchase Jalen Neal and Giacomo Vrioni
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Montréal have made strikes for LA Galaxy and former USMNT defender Jalen Neal, plus New England Revolution striker Giacomo Vrioni, confirming the offers on Monday and Tuesday respectively.
Neal is basically seen as among the finest defensive prospects in MLS, and has already made 45 appearances in all competitions at a senior stage after making the leap to the senior staff.
In the meantime, Vrioni joined New England from Juventus in 2023, and bagged 12 objectives and three assists in simply over 2,500 minutes throughout all competitions final season.
Montréal have now acquired Neal, Vrioni, Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, and Caden Clark within the final two switch home windows, plus all of their Designated Participant slots stay open.
San Diego FC signal former Inter Miami man Franco Negri
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San Diego FC have continued on with a busy switch window forward of their inaugural marketing campaign, signing former Inter Miami midfielder Franco Negri to a one-year contract.
The Argentine made made 32 appearances with the south Florida membership, profitable the 2023 Leagues Cup and securing a Supporters Defend in 2024.
Alan Velasco linked to Boca Juniors
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Argentine giants Boca Juniors have been linked to FC Dallas starlet Alan Velasco, in keeping with César Luis Merlo.
The 22-year-old has struggled since struggling a ligament damage, and solely featured eight instances in MLS within the 2024 marketing campaign.
Regardless of that, Velasco stays one of many highest rated younger attackers within the Americas, and Boca may reportedly splash as much as $11 million for him after having an preliminary, decrease bid rejected.
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