Sergio Ramos is in advanced talks with San Diego FC about a potential MLS move. The Spanish defender's contract with Sevilla expires this summer.
What sort of reputation would Ramos bring to San Diego?
Ramos has built a robust legacy as one of the most decorated defenders in world football, with four Champions League trophies and five La Liga titles.
He won two French league titles with PSG after leaving Real Madrid and returned to Sevilla this year, making 34 appearances in all competitions.
How big a deal is this for MLS?
This newsbreak comes on the same day that Olivier Giroud committed to leaving Europe for Los Angeles FC, amidst the ongoing FC Barcelona reunion in South Beach.
Ramos's potential move to San Diego FC would be a significant addition to the league, with the 38-year-old defender bringing his experience and skill to the US league.
Who else has San Diego signed?
San Diego is finalizing a deal to sign Mexican international Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, with the club's inaugural roster beginning to take shape.
The club has officially signed three players so far — young American goalkeeper Duran Ferree, Danish veterans Jeppe Tverskov and Marcus Ingvartsen.
Ramos would be a designated player if he signs with San Diego FC, with the expectation that he would be a key player for the team.
And with his contract expiring this summer, Ramos is not expected to renew his deal with Sevilla, his boyhood club.
But Ramos has other offers around the globe, in addition to San Diego, which will debut in MLS in 2025.
So the potential move to San Diego FC would be a significant one for Ramos, with the defender looking to bring his experience and skill to the US league.
Ramos earned 180 caps for the Spanish national team and was a key starter in the team’s historic run, winning the 2010 World Cup and back-to-back Euros in 2008 and 2012.
The club still hasn’t yet named a sporting director or a head coach, though The Athletic reported earlier in April that they are in advanced talks with AS Monaco technical director Carlos Aviña Ibarrola for the former position.