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Minnesota United Signs Colombia Captain James Rodríguez on Short-Term Deal

He arrives as a non-Designated Player on a contract guaranteed to June 2026 with a club option through December.

Overview

  • Minnesota announced the move Friday and introduced Rodríguez at Allianz Field ahead of the new MLS season.
  • The contract runs through the World Cup period and he will not occupy a Designated Player slot.
  • He will take an international roster spot once visa and medical clearances are completed.
  • Rodríguez joins as a free agent after his León deal expired in December, seeking competitive minutes before the 2026 World Cup.
  • Sporting director Khaled El-Ahmad called it a collective-strength addition under new coach Cameron Knowles.