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MLS Aces Podcast Ep. 358 is out now! Tom & Jason chat:
-Puig out for LA Galaxy
-SKC hiring Rapha Wicky
-Inter Miami transfer news/drama (Micael, Allene, Ayala)
-Ali Ahmed & Kai Wagner to the Champo
-Cristian Espinoza to Nashville SC
-And more top moves!
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-Puig out for LA Galaxy
-SKC hiring Rapha Wicky
-Inter Miami transfer news/drama (Micael, Allene, Ayala)
-Ali Ahmed & Kai Wagner to the Champo
-Cristian Espinoza to Nashville SC
-And more top moves!
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I’d love to see a MLS club go try to get Ansu Fati from Barcelona:
-Reports of a $12m fee for him
-Barca kid needing a new home (Puig-esc?)
-Only 23
-Capped by Spain
-6,000+ career minutes played for Barca, Brighton, & Monaco
Maybe a Jonathan Rodriguez replacement in Portland?
-Reports of a $12m fee for him
-Barca kid needing a new home (Puig-esc?)
-Only 23
-Capped by Spain
-6,000+ career minutes played for Barca, Brighton, & Monaco
Maybe a Jonathan Rodriguez replacement in Portland?
January 15, 2026 at 3:40 AM
I’d love to see a MLS club go try to get Ansu Fati from Barcelona:
-Reports of a $12m fee for him
-Barca kid needing a new home (Puig-esc?)
-Only 23
-Capped by Spain
-6,000+ career minutes played for Barca, Brighton, & Monaco
Maybe a Jonathan Rodriguez replacement in Portland?
-Reports of a $12m fee for him
-Barca kid needing a new home (Puig-esc?)
-Only 23
-Capped by Spain
-6,000+ career minutes played for Barca, Brighton, & Monaco
Maybe a Jonathan Rodriguez replacement in Portland?
It’s not the ideal club or league, but I have to say I am thrilled to see Kellyn Acosta finally get his shot at playing in Europe. It’s been a long time coming for the former U.S. international
🇺🇸 Sources: Kellyn Acosta is nearing an exit from Chicago Fire. Final details now. Likely mutual contract termination but TBD.
Acosta is finalizing a deal to sign with Polish club Pogoń Szczecin.
Acosta, 30, heading abroad. Made 300+ MLS regular season apps.
Acosta is finalizing a deal to sign with Polish club Pogoń Szczecin.
Acosta, 30, heading abroad. Made 300+ MLS regular season apps.
January 15, 2026 at 3:17 AM
It’s not the ideal club or league, but I have to say I am thrilled to see Kellyn Acosta finally get his shot at playing in Europe. It’s been a long time coming for the former U.S. international
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🇺🇸🇳🇿 Los Angeles FC have claimed forward Tyler Boyd off of waivers. Nashville SC have bought out the remaining portion of Boyd's contract (guaranteed through 2026) as one of their two annual buyouts. His budget charge won't hit their cap going forward.
January 14, 2026 at 4:04 PM
🇺🇸🇳🇿 Los Angeles FC have claimed forward Tyler Boyd off of waivers. Nashville SC have bought out the remaining portion of Boyd's contract (guaranteed through 2026) as one of their two annual buyouts. His budget charge won't hit their cap going forward.
I mean… he was a Best XI midfielder last time he was playing for Houston. Now… that was a bit ago. But, let’s see what Hector Herrera can bring to the Dynamo midfield in 2026
🟠🇲🇽 Sources: Houston Dynamo finalizing deal to sign midfielder Hector Herrera.
Herrera won't be a DP for Houston.
Herrera, 35, spent 2022-24 with the Dynamo then joined Toluca. Was named to 2023 MLS Best XI.
Herrera won't be a DP for Houston.
Herrera, 35, spent 2022-24 with the Dynamo then joined Toluca. Was named to 2023 MLS Best XI.
January 15, 2026 at 3:14 AM
I mean… he was a Best XI midfielder last time he was playing for Houston. Now… that was a bit ago. But, let’s see what Hector Herrera can bring to the Dynamo midfield in 2026
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Welcome to the squad Cristiano Oliveira! 🔵🔴
Revolution sign the 2nd Brazilian American homegrown in club history.
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Revolution sign the 2nd Brazilian American homegrown in club history.
➥ nerevs.us/3LCxpBD
January 14, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Welcome to the squad Cristiano Oliveira! 🔵🔴
Revolution sign the 2nd Brazilian American homegrown in club history.
➥ nerevs.us/3LCxpBD
Revolution sign the 2nd Brazilian American homegrown in club history.
➥ nerevs.us/3LCxpBD
Deal is official! FC Cincinnati add highly talented forward Kristian Fletcher! If Fletcher can stay healthy, it feels like the sky is the limit for the kid!
Can’t wait to see him get some regular 1st team minutes soon enough (hopefully!)
Can’t wait to see him get some regular 1st team minutes soon enough (hopefully!)
FC Cincinnati acquiring MLS rights to Kristian Fletcher, the U.S. youth intl whose contract option was declined by D.C. United, per two sources. Cincy close to completing deal with 20-year-old forward, who’s recovering from ACL injury. DCU expected to receive $ from Cincy.
January 15, 2026 at 3:11 AM
Deal is official! FC Cincinnati add highly talented forward Kristian Fletcher! If Fletcher can stay healthy, it feels like the sky is the limit for the kid!
Can’t wait to see him get some regular 1st team minutes soon enough (hopefully!)
Can’t wait to see him get some regular 1st team minutes soon enough (hopefully!)
The St. Louis City midfield has improved a healthy amount with Daniel Edelman sliding into a starting role. The young midfielder is a ball of energy & a strong ball winner! I was surprised to see the Red Bulls move on from him but for the GAM… it makes sense
🇺🇸 Sources: St. Louis City finalizing deal to acquire midfielder Daniel Edelman from New York Red Bulls.
I’m told fee around $700k GAM.
Edelman, 22, was USYNT captain at U-20 World Cup. Made 118 first team apps for RBNY.
I’m told fee around $700k GAM.
Edelman, 22, was USYNT captain at U-20 World Cup. Made 118 first team apps for RBNY.
January 15, 2026 at 3:08 AM
The St. Louis City midfield has improved a healthy amount with Daniel Edelman sliding into a starting role. The young midfielder is a ball of energy & a strong ball winner! I was surprised to see the Red Bulls move on from him but for the GAM… it makes sense
The Philadelphia Union have officially signed CB Japhet Sery Larsen from Brann in Norway! Larsen seems like he could be the man to step up as Glesnes’s replacement next to Makhanya. Experienced player in his prime!
Japhet Sery Larsen to the Union is done, per Danish outlet Bold.
Transfer fee of around $938,000.
bold.dk/fodbold/stil...
Transfer fee of around $938,000.
bold.dk/fodbold/stil...
Alt på plads: Japhet Sery Larsen skifter til MLS-klub
Ifølge Bolds oplysninger har Japhet Sery Larsen bestået lægetjekket i Philadelphia Union og skrevet under på en kontrakt med Major League Soccer-klubben.
bold.dk
January 15, 2026 at 3:02 AM
The Philadelphia Union have officially signed CB Japhet Sery Larsen from Brann in Norway! Larsen seems like he could be the man to step up as Glesnes’s replacement next to Makhanya. Experienced player in his prime!
The deal is official! Houston Dynamo have added Santos captain Guilherme as a DP winger!
The 30 year old joins a new look Dynamo squad that has made recent additions of HH, Bouzat, Halter & looking to add Bougsz
The 30 year old joins a new look Dynamo squad that has made recent additions of HH, Bouzat, Halter & looking to add Bougsz
The Houston Dynamo have added another Brazilian, signing winger Guilherme from Santos FC.
www.bayoucitysoccer.net/dynamo/houst...
www.bayoucitysoccer.net/dynamo/houst...
Houston Dynamo sign Brazilian winger Guilherme — Bayou City Soccer
The Houston Dynamo have added another Brazilian, signing winger Guilherme from Santos FC as a Designated Player.
www.bayoucitysoccer.net
January 15, 2026 at 2:57 AM
The deal is official! Houston Dynamo have added Santos captain Guilherme as a DP winger!
The 30 year old joins a new look Dynamo squad that has made recent additions of HH, Bouzat, Halter & looking to add Bougsz
The 30 year old joins a new look Dynamo squad that has made recent additions of HH, Bouzat, Halter & looking to add Bougsz
The 21 year old Puso Dithejane heads to the Chicago Fire on a U22 Initiative deal from South Africa
The talented winger has 20 career goal contributions in 63 games played! Pretty good contribution to game ratio!!!
The talented winger has 20 career goal contributions in 63 games played! Pretty good contribution to game ratio!!!
Welcome to the Club, Puso 🇿🇦
We have acquired winger Puso Dithejane from TS Galaxy F.C. of South Africa’s Betway Premiership. #cf97
We have acquired winger Puso Dithejane from TS Galaxy F.C. of South Africa’s Betway Premiership. #cf97
January 15, 2026 at 2:51 AM
The 21 year old Puso Dithejane heads to the Chicago Fire on a U22 Initiative deal from South Africa
The talented winger has 20 career goal contributions in 63 games played! Pretty good contribution to game ratio!!!
The talented winger has 20 career goal contributions in 63 games played! Pretty good contribution to game ratio!!!
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January 13, 2026 at 2:19 PM
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Timo Werner to the San Jose Earthquakes... what fucking timeline are we in?
January 13, 2026 at 1:19 AM
Timo Werner to the San Jose Earthquakes... what fucking timeline are we in?
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Sources: D.C. United is placing wingback David Schnegg and forward Dom Badji on waivers.
Moves open up further space amid D.C.’s winter rebuild.
Moves open up further space amid D.C.’s winter rebuild.
January 8, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Sources: D.C. United is placing wingback David Schnegg and forward Dom Badji on waivers.
Moves open up further space amid D.C.’s winter rebuild.
Moves open up further space amid D.C.’s winter rebuild.
Chicho Arango with Timo Werner up top... then put a DP 10 behind them? The San Jose Earthquakes could easily be back into the playoff picture in the Western Conference
Once the San Jose Earthquakes complete a deal to sign German forward Timo Werner... they will still have another DP spot open to use.
New look team in 2026. Year two under Bruce Arena
New look team in 2026. Year two under Bruce Arena
🇩🇪 BREAKING: The San Jose Earthquakes are nearing a deal to sign forward Timo Werner from RB Leipzig, per sources.
Deal close but not 100% done. Werner would be a DP.
Werner, 29, has 57 caps with Germany. Scored 24 goals.
w/ @sebsb.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/696...
Deal close but not 100% done. Werner would be a DP.
Werner, 29, has 57 caps with Germany. Scored 24 goals.
w/ @sebsb.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/696...
January 12, 2026 at 8:43 PM
Chicho Arango with Timo Werner up top... then put a DP 10 behind them? The San Jose Earthquakes could easily be back into the playoff picture in the Western Conference
FC Cincinnati adding to their striker core with Kevin Denkey, Ayoub Jabbari, some young talent & now MLS veteran Tom Barlow
Barlow had 3 goals last season for the Chicago Fire in 27 games played
Barlow had 3 goals last season for the Chicago Fire in 27 games played
#FCCincy has signed former Chicago Fire forward Tom Barlow to a contract through 2027, with an option through the remainder of the 2027-28 season. Played 50 MLS games with the Fire from 2024-25, scoring five goals. Was with the NY Red Bulls org before that as 2018 draft pick.
January 12, 2026 at 8:18 PM
FC Cincinnati adding to their striker core with Kevin Denkey, Ayoub Jabbari, some young talent & now MLS veteran Tom Barlow
Barlow had 3 goals last season for the Chicago Fire in 27 games played
Barlow had 3 goals last season for the Chicago Fire in 27 games played
The Houston Dynamo reinforcements don't stop today! The Dynamo sign 31 year old DM Agustin Bouzat from Velez Sarsfield in Argentina
Ben Olsen & Pat Onstad learning from their transfer mistakes of 2025... getting some signings done early in 2026
Ben Olsen & Pat Onstad learning from their transfer mistakes of 2025... getting some signings done early in 2026
The Houston Dynamo continue to add pieces for 2026, announcing the signing of Argentine midfielder Agustín Bouzat as their second addition of the offseason.
www.bayoucitysoccer.net/dynamo/houst...
www.bayoucitysoccer.net/dynamo/houst...
Houston Dynamo sign Argentine midfielder Agustin Bouzat — Bayou City Soccer
The Houston Dynamo continue to add pieces for 2026, announcing the signing of Argentine midfielder Agustín Bouzat as their second addition of the offseason.
www.bayoucitysoccer.net
January 12, 2026 at 8:13 PM
The Houston Dynamo reinforcements don't stop today! The Dynamo sign 31 year old DM Agustin Bouzat from Velez Sarsfield in Argentina
Ben Olsen & Pat Onstad learning from their transfer mistakes of 2025... getting some signings done early in 2026
Ben Olsen & Pat Onstad learning from their transfer mistakes of 2025... getting some signings done early in 2026
I don't hate this move at all for the NY Red Bulls! 24 year old CB comes to New York as a strong depth piece with good MLS experience
Robert Voloder has over 100 1st team games played in his career with 78 of them coming for Sporting Kansas City. Eile, Parker, Che, & now Voloder make up the CB room
Robert Voloder has over 100 1st team games played in his career with 78 of them coming for Sporting Kansas City. Eile, Parker, Che, & now Voloder make up the CB room
Red Bull New York Signs German Center Back Robert Voloder
Red Bull New York Signs German Center Back Robert Voloder | New York Red Bulls
Red Bull New York have signed German center back Robert Voloder to an MLS contract, the club announced today. Voloder signs a three-year MLS contract through December of 2028 with an option through Ju...
www.newyorkredbulls.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:10 PM
I don't hate this move at all for the NY Red Bulls! 24 year old CB comes to New York as a strong depth piece with good MLS experience
Robert Voloder has over 100 1st team games played in his career with 78 of them coming for Sporting Kansas City. Eile, Parker, Che, & now Voloder make up the CB room
Robert Voloder has over 100 1st team games played in his career with 78 of them coming for Sporting Kansas City. Eile, Parker, Che, & now Voloder make up the CB room
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New York City FC today announced that it has re-signed Midfielder Maxi Moralez for the 2026 season.
#MLS #NYCFC
#MLS #NYCFC
New York City FC Re-Signs Midfielder Maxi Moralez | New York City FC
New York City FC today announced that it has re-signed Midfielder Maxi Moralez for the 2026 Major League Soccer (MLS) season.
During the 2025 MLS regular season, Moralez made 34 starts, providing 11 a...
www.newyorkcityfc.com
January 12, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Cameron Knowles is a former Portland Timbers 2, Minnesota United 2, & Minnesota United Interim Manager in his career. He clearly impressed heavily while working at Minnesota under Eric Ramsay & Adrian Heath
The 43 year old now gets his 1st team shot in MLS
The 43 year old now gets his 1st team shot in MLS
NEWS: The club announced today that Cameron Knowles has been promoted to head coach, effective immediately.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Cameron Knowles is a former Portland Timbers 2, Minnesota United 2, & Minnesota United Interim Manager in his career. He clearly impressed heavily while working at Minnesota under Eric Ramsay & Adrian Heath
The 43 year old now gets his 1st team shot in MLS
The 43 year old now gets his 1st team shot in MLS
The Houston Dynamo have signed 25 year old Brazilian CB Lucas Halter from Botafogo
Halter most recently is coming off of a season with 48 appearances on loan with Esporte Clube Vitoria. He brings with him close to 220 1st team games under his belt
Halter most recently is coming off of a season with 48 appearances on loan with Esporte Clube Vitoria. He brings with him close to 220 1st team games under his belt
The Houston Dynamo have made their first big addition of the offseason, signing 25-year-old Brazilian center back Lucas Halter.
www.bayoucitysoccer.net/dynamo/houst...
www.bayoucitysoccer.net/dynamo/houst...
Houston Dynamo sign Brazilian defender Lucas Halter — Bayou City Soccer
The Houston Dynamo have made their first big addition of the offseason, signing 25-year-old Brazilian center back Lucas Halter.
www.bayoucitysoccer.net
January 12, 2026 at 8:04 PM
The Houston Dynamo have signed 25 year old Brazilian CB Lucas Halter from Botafogo
Halter most recently is coming off of a season with 48 appearances on loan with Esporte Clube Vitoria. He brings with him close to 220 1st team games under his belt
Halter most recently is coming off of a season with 48 appearances on loan with Esporte Clube Vitoria. He brings with him close to 220 1st team games under his belt
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OFFICIAL: Ronald Hernandez returns to Atlanta United.
The veteran defender has re-signed with #ATLUTD through the 2026 season with an option through 2027.
The veteran defender has re-signed with #ATLUTD through the 2026 season with an option through 2027.
January 12, 2026 at 2:23 PM
OFFICIAL: Ronald Hernandez returns to Atlanta United.
The veteran defender has re-signed with #ATLUTD through the 2026 season with an option through 2027.
The veteran defender has re-signed with #ATLUTD through the 2026 season with an option through 2027.
One of the best young Managers in Eric MLS has moved to West Brom in England
Ramsay played such a distinct style with Minnesota United & seeing him depart makes me a bit sad. The 33 year old was in charge of the Loons for 81 games with a record of 38 Wins, 16 Draws, & 27 Losses
Ramsay played such a distinct style with Minnesota United & seeing him depart makes me a bit sad. The 33 year old was in charge of the Loons for 81 games with a record of 38 Wins, 16 Draws, & 27 Losses
🏴 BREAKING: West Brom is set to name Minnesota United's Eric Ramsay their next head coach, sources confirm @andygreder.bsky.social scoop
Ramsay excelled in two years in MLS. Led Minnesota to semifinal in both MLS Cup playoffs & U.S. Open Cup.
Excellent young coach. www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
Ramsay excelled in two years in MLS. Led Minnesota to semifinal in both MLS Cup playoffs & U.S. Open Cup.
Excellent young coach. www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
Minnesota coach Eric Ramsay to leave MLS club for West Brom: Sources
Minnesota United is left looking for a new manager on the eve of the 2026 preseason
www.nytimes.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:01 PM
One of the best young Managers in Eric MLS has moved to West Brom in England
Ramsay played such a distinct style with Minnesota United & seeing him depart makes me a bit sad. The 33 year old was in charge of the Loons for 81 games with a record of 38 Wins, 16 Draws, & 27 Losses
Ramsay played such a distinct style with Minnesota United & seeing him depart makes me a bit sad. The 33 year old was in charge of the Loons for 81 games with a record of 38 Wins, 16 Draws, & 27 Losses
Not too surprised that FC Cincinnati moved on from Luca Orellano. He's a massive talent but clear issues with him off of the field. Also, 2025 wasn't his best season on the field
Cincy got PAID in this deal from various reports. Hopefully they are able to bring in a new LWB soon
Cincy got PAID in this deal from various reports. Hopefully they are able to bring in a new LWB soon
🇦🇷 CF Monterrey has agreed to a deal with FC Cincinnati for winger Luca Orellano, per sources.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/692...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/692...
Winger Orellano on the move from FC Cincinnati to Liga MX's Monterrey
www.nytimes.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Not too surprised that FC Cincinnati moved on from Luca Orellano. He's a massive talent but clear issues with him off of the field. Also, 2025 wasn't his best season on the field
Cincy got PAID in this deal from various reports. Hopefully they are able to bring in a new LWB soon
Cincy got PAID in this deal from various reports. Hopefully they are able to bring in a new LWB soon
San Diego FC signing a young player to their roster? No surprise
San Diego signing a 20 year old CB from the Danish 2nd division? SURPRISE
I trust this team in their identification of young talent & Osvald Soe is the next one it seems. 53 1st team games played in his career
San Diego signing a 20 year old CB from the Danish 2nd division? SURPRISE
I trust this team in their identification of young talent & Osvald Soe is the next one it seems. 53 1st team games played in his career
From Copenhagen to San Diego.
San Diego FC acquires defender Osvald Søe from B.93.
Credits to: @sandiegofc
#SanDiegoFC #SoccerInSD #SDFans #MLSExpansion
San Diego FC acquires defender Osvald Søe from B.93.
Credits to: @sandiegofc
#SanDiegoFC #SoccerInSD #SDFans #MLSExpansion
January 12, 2026 at 7:53 PM
San Diego FC signing a young player to their roster? No surprise
San Diego signing a 20 year old CB from the Danish 2nd division? SURPRISE
I trust this team in their identification of young talent & Osvald Soe is the next one it seems. 53 1st team games played in his career
San Diego signing a 20 year old CB from the Danish 2nd division? SURPRISE
I trust this team in their identification of young talent & Osvald Soe is the next one it seems. 53 1st team games played in his career
Not great for D.C. United to lose out on $2m pretty much... but not the best timing between the old D.C. United regime to this new one
Rene Weiler has shaped his new attack, new backline, & new goalkeeping room. Now, he can use some open cap space to shape his new midfield
Rene Weiler has shaped his new attack, new backline, & new goalkeeping room. Now, he can use some open cap space to shape his new midfield
Over 2 weeks after Beitar Jerusalem announced the signing of Boris Enow (www.beitarfc.co.il/news/welcome...), D.C. United confirmed the news a few minutes ago. Neither side's official release mentioned a transfer fee.
January 12, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Not great for D.C. United to lose out on $2m pretty much... but not the best timing between the old D.C. United regime to this new one
Rene Weiler has shaped his new attack, new backline, & new goalkeeping room. Now, he can use some open cap space to shape his new midfield
Rene Weiler has shaped his new attack, new backline, & new goalkeeping room. Now, he can use some open cap space to shape his new midfield