Reinforcements are very important for the MLS and for competing in this 2025 season and several teams are taking advantage of this.
An example is the positioning that Inter Miami has generated in this transfer window, which has now signed a reliable central defender.
But we also see great departures from some teams, where one of the stars of Houston Dynamo saw his exit in this market.
In MLS we have seen how Portland Timbers did not have a brilliant 2024 season and for this new year, they want to change their sporting identity.
Joao Ortiz, the star of Ecuador, becomes a new player of Portland Timbers
Portland Timbers has taken a significant step to improve its roster for the new MLS season by signing Joao Ortiz.
A 28-year-old midfielder from Independiente del Valle. Ortiz, known for his mesmerizing level of play, has signed a contract with Portland Timbers until 2027, with the option to extend it until 2028, depending on his performance and stay at the club.
The arrival of Joao Ortiz represents an investment of 1.5 million euros, a sum that reflects the importance of the signing for Portland Timbers.
A fantastic career for Joao Ortiz
An Ecuadorian midfielder with experience in the national team, Ortiz has made eight appearances for Ecuador and has proven to be a key player in the midfield.
Since 2022, he has been a mainstay at Independiente del Valle, racking up 103 appearances, five goals and six assists, these statistics are not shown by Transfermark.
Ortiz not only brings with him experience in domestic competitions, but also a track record of success, having won several titles with Independiente del Valle.
His addition is seen as a strategic move for Portland Timbers, who are looking to strengthen their squad and compete at the highest level in the 2025 MLS season.
With this addition, Portland Timbers hope to replicate Ortiz’s success in Ecuador, helping the team reach new heights in MLS.
