MLS transfer news: The latest rumors and trades in Major League Soccer

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Barca in pole position to sign Ballou


Barcelona are the front-runners to sign Montreal Impact attacker Ballou Jean-Yves Tabla, according to The Washington Post.  

The 18-year-old Ivorian-Canadian impressed with the Impact in 2017, making 21 appearances and scoring two goals in league play. 

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The Impact have confirmed that they are in advanced discussions with an unnamed European club over a transfer for the teenager.


Boca Juniors interested in Almiron


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Boca Juniors is interested in a move for Atlanta United playmaker Miguel Almiron, according to TyC Sports .

The Argentine club reportedly is looking for an alternative to Atletico Madrid's Nicolas Gaitan, with Almiron emerging as an option after a standout first season in MLS.


Hyndman mulling MLS move


Emerson Hyndman Rangers Scottish Cup

U.S. international Emerson Hyndman is considering a move to MLS, Metro 's Kristian Dyer reports.

The 21-year-old midfielder has failed to break through with Bournemouth and reportedly has drawn interest from several MLS clubs as he pursues playing time.


Toronto FC makes bid for Van der Wiel


Gregory van der Wiel Fenerbahce

Toronto FC have made an offer for Cagliari right back Gregory van der Wiel, according to Mediaset Premium .

The 29-year-old only just moved to Serie A in the summer but has struggled for game time, making just five league appearances for Cagliari.

Van Der Wiel has also represented Ajax, PSG and Fenerbahce in his career. 


Stoke City makes bid for Harrison


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Stoke City has made a $4.5 million bid for New York City FC midfielder Jack Harrison, sources confirmed to Goal

The 21-year-old has impressed in two MLS seasons, and could jump at the chance to return to his native England to play in the Premier League. 

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Dallas wants new deal for Urruti


Maximiliano Urruti FC Dallas MLS

FC Dallas would like to sign Maximiliano Urruti to a new contract, MLSsoccer.com reports.   

“We are pleased with him,” club technical director Fernando Clavijo. “I thought that he did extremely well and hopefully we can extend his contract, that’s pretty much what we’re trying to do.”

Clavijo also claims that the club is looking to make good use of the No. 1 spot in the allocation order, which is currently holds, and hopes to land an "impact player" with it. 


Galaxy close to adding Honduran goalkeeper


Sigi Schmid LA Galaxy MLS

The LA Galaxy are closing in on the signing of Honduran goalkeeper Luis Lopez, according to a report out of Honduras that was picked up by AS

The 24-year-old in a Honduran international and has been a fixture for Real Espana in his home country.  


Ramos drawing MLS interest


Sergio Ramos Real Madrid La Liga

Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos has generated interest from MLS clubs, according to a report in Don Balon

The Chicago Fire and either the LA Galaxy or Los Angeles FC have asked about the 31-year-old's availability, but for now Ramos is only focused on Real Madrid and doesn't consider MLS an option. 


Revs may be set for major signing


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The New England Revolution are hoping to have a new major signing to announce in the near future.

Club president Brian Bilello claimed that the club had an offer rejected for a designated player in December but said that the club may be able to announce a new singing in the next couple of weeks when questioned about the club's DPs.


Marchisio wants MLS move


Marchisio Juventus

Juventus legend Claudio Marchisio is considering a move to MLS this summer, according to TuttoSport .

The midfielder turns 32 this month and reportedly wants a move similar to the one made by former teammate Andrea Pirlo. 


Quintero set for MLS move


Juan Quintero Colombia

Juan Quintero finally appears set on a move to MLS, with the Chicago Fire being a possible destination for the Colombian forward, according to Antena (via MLSsoccer.com ). 

Quintero was linked to the Fire last season but they were unable to reach a deal for the Porto player.

The 24-year-old spent 2017 on loan with Independiente Medellin, where he scored 13 goals in 25 appearances last year.


Real Salt Lake after Mexican international Duenas


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Real Salt Lake is after Mexican international and Tigres midfielder Jesus Duenas according to MLSsoccer.com .

The report states the MLS side spoke with the 28-year-old Duenas, who has spent the entirety of his career with the reigning Liga MX champions, about joining during the league's offseason. 


Chicharito seriously considering LAFC move


Javier Hernandez West Ham

Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez is seriously considering a move to MLS expansion side Los Angeles FC, according to talkSPORT .

West Ham manager David Moyes has reportedly told the striker he can leave the club this winter, and Hernandez is tempted by the possibility of joining Mexico teammate Carlos Vela at LAFC.


Nguyen requests offseason trade


Lee Nguyen New England Revolution

New England Revolution star Lee Nguyen has requested to be traded in this offseason, according to MLSSoccer .

The report states that the club is reluctant to move the midfielder, who wants to continue his career elsewhere. 

Reports emerged earlier in the offseason that Vietnamese clubs were interested in the Texas native. 


Man Utd planning for Zlatan exit


Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Man Utd

Manchester United is making plans to replace Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who is expected to depart in 2018, according to Yahoo Sport UK.

Ibrahimovic is out of contract at the end of the season and could leave sooner if he accepts an offer from Major League Soccer or the Chinese Super League.

The 36-year-old has made seven appearances in all competitions for United since returning from a serious knee injury in November. 


Schalke interested in DCU prospect Williamson


Eryk Williamson USA Venezuela U-20

Schalke is interested in signing D.C. United academy product Eryk Williamson, according to Metro .

The U.S. Under-20 international reportedly could reach a deal with the Bundesliga side in the next 7-10 days, though United remains in contention to sign the midfielder to a homegrown contract.

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