MLS is going through one of its most successful transfer windows, with the best teams strengthening for the 2025 season.
Atlanta United continues to make headlines, being close to making the most expensive purchase in the history of the league, consolidating itself as one of the favorites to compete for the MLS title.
Meanwhile, other teams continue to prepare in the preseason like Inter Miami and San Diego FC, looking to surprise and make a big impact in the championship.
Jhon Jáder Durán, a historic sale that benefits Chicago Fire
The most important news of the last few hours is the sale of Jhon Jáder Durán, which leaves a very important figure for Chicago Fire with this historic sale from the Premier League to the Saudi Pro League.
Former Chicago Fire player Jhon Jáder Durán will be transferred from Aston Villa to Al Nassr for a fee of €80 million, of which Chicago Fire will receive €8.5 million as part of the deal.
Durán had a brief but impactful stint in the MLS. In 2022, he played only one season with Chicago Fire, where he played 30 games, scored 8 goals and gave 5 assists, as indicated by Transfermark and this allowed him to make the jump to European football.
His rapid evolution and great performance in England have consolidated the MLS as a league that trains and exports young talent, attracting the attention of clubs around the world.
MLS continues to grow as the cradle of young promises
With this sale, Chicago Fire obtains a significant income that will allow it to continue investing in talent for the current season.
In addition, it reinforces the image of MLS as one of the most important emerging leagues worldwide, promoting young players with great potential who can succeed in Europe and other elite leagues.
This transfer market has been a reflection of the unstoppable rise of MLS, consolidating itself as an attractive destination for both developing footballers and big stars looking for new challenges.
The 2025 season promises to be one of the most exciting in the history of the league, where teams have signed in the best way to compete to be crowned champions of the MLS Cup.
