Atlanta United smashes MLS transfer record with Latte Lath signing
Atlanta United has smashed the MLS transfer record by signing striker Emmanuel Latte Lath from Middlesbrough. The Five Stripes paid a reported $22 million plus add-ons to sign Latte Lath, breaking the record set in November when FC Cincinnati signed Kévin Denkey from Cercle Brugge for a reported $16.2 million.
The arrival of Emmanuel Latte Lath and return of Miguel Almiron should boost an Atlanta United team that already has Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's number.
Newcastle United had a quiet January transfer window but saw two first-team players leave the club in the final few days.
The Club World Cup will precede the FIFA World Cup being hosted in the United States, including Atlanta, next year.
Atlanta United edges Birmingham Legion FC 2-0 in preseason match, with Cayman Togashi scoring his first goal. Ronny Deila tests young players in win.
Atlanta United has announced the signing of midfielder Miguel Almirón from Newcastle United of the English Premier League.
Atlanta United is still working to improve its roster, according to President Garth Lagerwey and Sporting Director Chris Henderson on Friday.
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