The Major League Soccer (MLS) kicks off its 2026 season this weekend, introducing a significant restructuring of its teams and the arrival of international stars that promise to raise the competitive level of the championship.
New Stellar Signings
One of the most outstanding signings is that of the Colombian midfielder James Rodríguez, who joins Minnesota United FC. His arrival aims to bring creativity and leadership to a team that seeks to improve its performance in ball possession.
German forward Timo Werner also joins the league, specifically the San Jose Earthquakes. With an impressive goalscoring record at RB Leipzig and in the German national team, Werner seeks to relaunch his career in MLS.
Inter Miami CF, the current MLS Cup champion, continues to strengthen its squad with the addition of Argentine forward Germán Berterame, coming from CF Monterrey. Berterame joins the team to bolster the attack, forming a promising duo alongside Lionel Messi.
Furthermore, Inter Miami CF has secured the signings of Rodrigo De Paul, Tadeo Allende, and Spanish full-back Sergio Reguilón, consolidating a team with a strong Argentine presence and European experience.
Additional Market Movements
The MLS transfer market has been very active, with more than 300 operations between signings and departures in the 30 clubs of the league. The return of Uruguayan Facundo Torres to Austin FC stands out, in an operation valued at 9.5 million dollars.
Also, Héctor Herrera returns to Houston Dynamo FC. On the other hand, the young Obed Vargas leaves Seattle Sounders FC to join Atlético de Madrid.
Among the most notable departures are the retirements of Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, who ended their careers after winning the title with Inter Miami.
Destination changes have also occurred for players such as the Venezuelan Josef Martínez, now at Club Tijuana, and the Belgian Christian Benteke, who joins Al-Wahda FC.
With a dynamic transfer market and the arrival of renowned figures, MLS seeks to maintain its international growth and consolidate its appeal, in a crucial year for soccer in the United States.
