Isco, who is without a club following a torrid time at Sevilla, has been linked with a move to the Los Angeles Galaxy.
The former Real Madrid midfielder managed just five months in Seville, playing just 12 times without scoring, although he made two assists.
According to AS, “Los Angeles Galaxy are keen on offering him a contract for the 2022 Major League Soccer campaign.
“Isco has been linked with a move to AC Milan, Juventus, Fiorentina and AS Roma. No offers have been presented to him just yet. Wolverhampton Wanderers is eager to sign Isco in January and they could end the Galaxy’s dream of signing the Spanish magician.”
Is it time for Isco to head to MLS?
Isco is now 30 and has not played for Spain since 2019, so he is entering the twilight of his career. He has won everything at Real Madrid including the Champions League five times and La Liga thrice, and also played 38 times for his county.
Isco does not have anything more to prove in the European game, as he has won its highest honours. His time at Sevilla was a disaster, and it may be best for him to curtail his time in Europe and head to North America.
The LA Galaxy have a place for him as Kévin Cabral has left for the Colorado Rapids, which opened up a designated player spot. If the Galaxy wants to sign him, snapping him up quickly would be wise so he can complete a full pre-season.
One of the main reasons his time at Sevilla was a failure was that he did not have a pre-season, so was not fit – although that’s been a feature of the second half of his career.
Signing a player of Isco’s calibre would be a big statement of intent. Their city rivals LAFC won the MLS Cup last year, beating the Galaxy along the way in the playoffs. They will be looking for revenge, with new talent needed in their squad. Isco may not be a spring chicken anymore, but a player with his experience will be a big boost for any MLS club.
Or should the Isco remain in Europe?
Isco has played his entire career in Spain, so the possibility of moving to Serie A or the Premier League would be exciting for him. He may want to prove he can still perform at the highest level, after a terrible spell with Sevilla.
AC Milan, Juventus, Fiorentina and AS Roma are all massive clubs so moving to Italy would be tempting.
Playing for Wolves would be fitting for him as Julen Lopetegui is their new manager and was his coach with Real Madrid, Sevilla and Spain.
But after winning everything with the Galacticos, Isco has little more to gain in Europe, so a move to the Galaxy may be his best option. Isco also has a lot to lose, if his time at his next club goes like his time at Sevilla. Whilst he can still perform, it would be great for MLS, rather than having him a few years down the line, when he does not have the legs to show his class in America.
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