Major League Soccer transfer news roundup 🗞️ | OneFootball

As preseason continues to buzz along, the transfer news also continues to stay hot as we head into the final two weeks of the offseason.

Here are some of the biggest transfer stories from around MLS in the last 48 hours.

The Lucho Acosta saga takes a new turn

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The ongoing saga regarding Lucho Acosta's desire to leave FC Cincinnati is grabbing all the headlines in the final few weeks of the MLS offseason.

The superstar attacker gave an interview to local media this past week, criticizing club executives amid his refusal to report for preseason training.

“If my move out of FC Cincinnati occurs, it is all because of general manager Chris Albright,” Acosta said.

“My frustration after the last game of the season was all because of my issues with Chris that had evolved to a point that the locker room became too small for the two of us."

However, after recent reports suggested he could be on his way to Argentine outfit Estudiantes, it has been reported in South America that the ownership group behind Estudiantes, Foster Gillett, is behind on making transfer payments for other players, casting major doubt on their ability to bring Acosta to La Plata.

Orlando City 'finalize a deal' to sign Eduard Atuesta from Palmeiras

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Orlando City have 'finalized a deal' to sign midfielder Eduard Atuesta from Brazilian outfit Palmeiras, according to MLS insider Tom Bogert.

The Colombian spent last season on loan at LAFC after a previous stint with the club, making 31 MLS appearances in 2024.

Multiple MLS clubs had reportedly been interested in the 27-year-old, but Orlando has seemingly won the race as they look to improve upon their Eastern Conference final finish last season.

Atuesta would join fellow Orlando signing Marco Pašalić, who the club announced earlier this week.

MLS teams 'ask about' Udinese forward Brenner

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Multiple MLS clubs, including the Columbus Crew, have reportedly 'asked about' Udinese forward Brenner this offseason.

The Brazilian has been at the Italian club since signing fro Crew's rivals FC Cincinnati in 2023, where he bagged 27 goals and eight assists in 70 games

However, those talks were said to be 'exploratory' and did not advance past that stage.

Colorado Rapids 'finalize deal' to sign Valencia midfielder

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The Colorado Rapids have reportedly 'finalized a deal' to sign Valencia midfielder Ali Fadal.

The 21-year-old has only made one senior appearance for the Spanish club since joining their youth setup in 2023.

The early indications are that Fadal is seen as one for the future in Colorado.

New York Red Bulls announce signing of Marcelo Morales

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Eastern Conference champions New York Red Bulls have completed the signing of Chilean international Marcelo Morales from Universidad de Chile for an undisclosed fee.

The full-back will sign with the club through 2027, with an option to extend through 2028 after making 110 professional appearances for the Chilean club.

“Marcelo is a quality left fullback and left wingback that will be a great addition to our organization,” said Sporting Director Julian de Guzman.

“He will provide a lot to our backline, and we cannot wait for him to join us and begin working with our coaching staff.”

Omar Gonzalez completes Chicago Fire move

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The Chicago Fire have completed the free signing of veteran defender Omar Gonzalez, announcing the move Friday evening.

The former USMNT stalwart has made just under 300 career appearances in MLS, featuring for four different teams, most recently FC Dallas.

"Omar brings not only his experience as a seasoned defender but also a championship-winning mentality to the Club,” said Chicago Fire FC Director of Football and Head Coach Gregg Berhalter.

“Having lifted multiple trophies and battled on the biggest stages, Omar will strengthen our backline and add valuable competition and depth."