Monday Links: FC Dallas transfer rumor round up
The road to the 2021 season is really getting underway here as the offseason is moving along nicely with plenty of news to discuss.
// FC Dallas //
Report: FC Dallas signs playmaker Juan Dinenno – Big D Soccer
This may be the bigger of the three rumored signings here from this past weekend. Dinenno would likely occupy a DP slot.
Report: FC Dallas signs Spanish defender – Big D Soccer
The second rumor of the weekend was for a defensive replacement on the backline. This one seems like a solid fit.
Report: FC Dallas signs midfielder Jader Obrian – Big D Soccer
The Colombian midfielder’s club has announced the move has been made.
Report: FC Dallas receives offer from AS Roma for Bryan Reynolds – Big D Soccer
It appears that Roma and Club Brugge are now in the mix for Reynolds.
// MLS //
LAFC rise above to reach Concacaf Champions League final on night of thrilling chaos | Charles Boehm | MLSsoccer.com
Carlos Vela was the hero as LAFC reached the Concacaf Champions League final after a night of drama and controversy.
LAFC will try to appeal Atuesta red card before Champions League final – Angels on Parade
This will be a storyline to watch on Monday as LAFC hopes to retain their midfielder for tomorrow’s final.
Unique 2021 SuperDraft process previews shift in MLS approach to college players | Charles Boehm | MLSsoccer.com
The SuperDraft will certainly be unique this year as some of the college players involved will be allowed to return to campus for the spring season.
D.C. United re-signs Chris Seitz for 2021 – Black And Red United
Good to see DCU and Seitz work out a deal to keep him there another season.
LA Galaxy in talks with ex-Toronto boss Vanney – ESPNFC
The LA Galaxy is in advanced discussions with former Toronto FC head coach Greg Vanney to be the team’s next manager.
OFFICIAL: Gabriel Heinze is Atlanta United’s new manager – Dirty South Soccer
Atlanta looks to return to their early days with Heinze.
Columbus Crew’s Caleb Porter reflects on MLS Cup journey – The Athletic
After time spent away from soccer, Porter found a new outlook and rode it all the way to his second title.
Austin FC’s MLS identity is coming together – The Athletic
Acquisitions of Alexander Ring and the construction of a stadium paint a picture of a team on the right track in Year 1.
The MLS youth movement will continue in 2021 | US Soccer Players
The strange circumstances for the 2020 MLS season meant opportunities for younger players with several taking full advantage across the league.