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Real Salt Lake near deal for Copa Libertadores-winning goalkeeper

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MLS is living a unique moment, with fantastic rumors that undoubtedly help to boost MLS in a great way and 2025 promises to be a unique year in the American league.

With great rumors such as the possible arrival of Neymar Jr to Chicago Fire, being a clear objective for this team that wants to break the market.

Meanwhile, Charlotte FC continues to create buzz with the possible acquisition of the winger who currently plays in Ligue 1

Like Atlanta United, looking for a positive reinforcement, as would be the recent champion of the Colombian league with Atletico Nacional.


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Real Salt Lake seeks a high-level reinforcement looking for the Brazilian goalkeeper, Rafael Cabral

MLS continues to attract footballers with great experience, and Real Salt Lake is very close to closing an agreement to incorporate the Brazilian goalkeeper Rafael Cabral.

Who is currently without a team after his time at Gremio. At 34, Cabral brings a wealth of experience from top clubs like Napoli, Santos, Cruzeiro, and Gremio.

He also won the Copa Libertadores in 2011 with Santos FC, where he shared a team with then-young Neymar Jr.

Rafael Cabral, who shined in Europe with Napoli as reported by Transfermark, could become a key piece for Real Salt Lake in their search for a top-level goalkeeper.


The Brazilian goalkeeper gets few minutes of play

Last season with Gremio, Rafael Cabral, as indicated by Transfermark, only played six games, in which he conceded eight goals and kept a clean sheet on two occasions, his experience and skills continue to be highly valued.

This signing reinforces the trend of the MLS to attract international talent with European and South American experience.

With the arrival of Cabral, Real Salt Lake is looking to strengthen its goalkeeping and improve its performance in the 2025 season, offering its fans a competitive team with aspirations of reaching the play-offs.