Even though the MLS is on a quick stop due to the World Cup, many teams are working on signings and departures. Austin FC signed Jim Curtin as the new head coach for 2027.
LAFC signed a new defender to reinforce its defense. However, this time we have a possible departure at Orlando City.
According to the Spanish outlet Líbero, Sporting Cristal is interested in signing a relegated player from the Lions.
Sporting Cristal wants to sign Wilder Cartagena after this season
The aforementioned outlet revealed that the Peruvian team wants to sign the 31-year-old midfielder after this season.
With a strong start at Orlando City, Cartagena has lost terrain for Martín Perelman’s consideration for the first team.
The Peruvian footballer has played a few minutes this season due to multiple injuries. This season, Cartagena played four games or 62 minutes in the MLS regular season.
Wilder Cartagena’s contract ends in December, which is why Sporting Cristal will wait until the end of the season to make an offer for the midfielder. According to the outlet:
“The former Alianza Lima player is one of Roberto Mosquera's top targets following his return to the managerial position. As a result, the coach is expected to inform the club's board of his intention to pursue the signing.”
The market value of Wilder Cartagena rounds up to $1.2 million, high for a player who had suffered many injuries in the past, and is now considered prone to them. In the current season, the former Godoy Cruz was absent for almost two months due to a thigh injury.
Since arriving at the Lions, Cartagena played 85 games, scoring 3 goals and delivering 2 assists. Although he lost terrain, Cartagena, when healthy, is a good spark from the bench.
Additionally, Orlando City needs to focus on signing new players or retaining key talent, as the team currently sits in 12th place in the Eastern Conference, lower than in previous seasons.
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