The Galaxy have signed midfielder Riqui Puig to a contract extension till the tip of the 2027 MLS season. Financial phrases of the Designated Player deal haven’t been introduced, however it’s anticipated to incorporate a considerable increase from the €2.5 million {dollars} that can be assured to him this season.
Puig, 24, recorded 17 objectives and 21 assists in 61 video games performed (59 begins) in all competitions throughout components of three seasons with the Galaxy. He has 5 objectives and a team-leading eight assists in 15 video games this yr and leads the MLS in touches (1,603), passes tried (1,440), passes accomplished (1,270), multi-assist video games (3), distance traveled in ball possession (78.93 km) and fouls suffered (44).
“We are extremely excited that Riqui has prolonged his dedication to Galaxy by means of 2027,” Galaxy basic supervisor Will Kuntz stated in a press release. “Riqui has been an elite midfielder throughout his time in MLS and making certain he stays a key piece of our squad has been essential as we proceed our quest to area a championship-caliber staff.”
Puig, a 2023 MLS All-Star, joined the Galaxy from Spanish membership Barcelona in August 2022.
“Riqui is a novel expertise and an excessive competitor,” Galaxy coach Greg Vanney stated. “This extension is each a recognition of what Riqui has achieved, and an emblem of our mutual perception and dedication that we are able to win championships with him because the centerpiece of our staff. We are thrilled that Riqui has established himself right here in Los Angeles as he continues the hunt for our sixth MLS Cup.”
The Galaxy (7-2-7), unbeaten of their final six video games and second within the Western Conference standings, will journey to Chicago on Saturday to face the Fire.
