Overview
- New York said it completed Bazan’s transfer from Deportivo Pereira for an undisclosed fee, pending approval of his P-1 athlete visa.
- Bazan signed a two-and-a-half-year MLS contract through the 2027-28 season with club options for two more years.
- He will occupy a U-22 Initiative roster slot, a rule that lets MLS teams add young players at a lower salary-cap charge.
- The move follows winter exits at center back and injuries to Dylan Nealis and Justin Che, and amNewYork reported he is expected to step in once eligible.
- Club leaders Julian de Guzman and Michael Bradley praised his aerial strength and passing, and he brings 24 Colombia U-20 caps including six games at the 2025 U-20 World Cup.