Red Star Belgrade Set to Acquire Australian Center Back Milos Degenek from Columbus Crew
Red Star Belgrade, the Serbian football club, is on the verge of completing a deal to bring Australian international center back Milos Degenek back to their ranks from the Columbus Crew, according to sources involved in the negotiations. Degenek had joined the Crew from Red Star ahead of the 2022 season but expressed his desire to return to his former club. The Crew, respecting his wishes, agreed to the move. Although minor details still need to be ironed out, the deal is expected to be finalized soon.
During his time with the Columbus Crew, Degenek made 41 appearances over a season and a half. He also boasts an impressive international career, having earned 42 caps with the Australian national team and featuring in the 2022 World Cup.
Red Star Belgrade is a dominant force in Serbian football, having won the top-flight league title a record 34 times, more than any other club. The acquisition of Degenek will strengthen their defensive line and add experience to their squad.
Montreal Secures Colombian Center Back Fernando Alvarez from Pachuca
CF Montreal is currently in the final stages of securing a deal to sign Colombian youth international center back Fernando Alvarez from CF Pachuca, as confirmed by sources involved in the negotiations. The transfer fee for Alvarez is reported to be around $1 million, as initially reported by Fabrizio Romano.
Montreal acquired Alvarez’s MLS discovery rights from Inter Miami, who were among several MLS clubs interested in signing him, along with European clubs. Alvarez, aged 19, represented Colombia at the U-20 World Cup and has already made one appearance for Pachuca’s senior side after progressing through their academy. Notably, he is also eligible to represent Mexico and the United States at the international level.
This acquisition will bolster Montreal’s defense and provide them with a promising young talent for the future. Alvarez’s versatility and potential make him an exciting addition to the team.
MLS Transfer News Roundup
In other MLS transfer news, KAS Eupen is finalizing a deal to sign midfielder Victor Palsson from D.C. United, according to sources involved in the negotiations. Palsson, who joined D.C. United from Schalke last summer, made 28 appearances in MLS. This move will create more roster flexibility for D.C. United as they continue to strengthen their squad. They are also in the process of finalizing a deal to sign Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Pirani and are hopeful of making additional signings before the summer transfer window closes.
Conclusion
The summer transfer window is an exciting time for football clubs around the world, and MLS is no exception. Red Star Belgrade’s imminent acquisition of Milos Degenek from the Columbus Crew and CF Montreal’s pursuit of Fernando Alvarez from Pachuca highlight the ambition and determination of these clubs to strengthen their squads. These transfers will not only enhance the respective teams’ defensive capabilities but also provide opportunities for the players to showcase their skills on new stages. As the summer transfer window progresses, fans can expect more exciting moves and signings in the MLS.