Jan 30, 2025 · Atlanta United has a new president & CEO, a new sporting director and a new head coach compared to when Almirón left several years ago. “We’re thrilled to welcome Miguel back to Atlanta United and know we’re getting a top player and someone with excellent character,” Chief Soccer Officer and Sporting Director Chris Henderson said.

Miguel Ángel Almirón Rejala (born 10 February 1994) is a Paraguayan professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or right winger for Major League Soccer club Atlanta United and the Paraguay national team.. Almirón began his career at Cerro Porteño and transferred to Lanús in 2015. After winning the 2016 Argentine Primera …

Jan 31, 2025 · Henderson, he explained, first scouted Almirón nearly a decade ago, when he and Lagerwey were working together at Seattle Sounders FC, who would eventually trade their discovery rights to Atlanta ...

Jan 30, 2025 · Miguel Almirón is returning to Atlanta. Atlanta United announced Thursday the signing of the Paraguayan midfielder after completing a transfer from Newcastle United for an undisclosed fee. Almirón left Atlanta in 2019 to join the Premier League side for a reported $26 million fee, the highest in MLS at the time. ...

Jan 31, 2025 · Atlanta United has re-signed Miguel Almirón from Newcastle United, with a contract through 2027 and an option for 2028. Almirón will occupy a Designated Player spot, and the club acquired his ...

Jan 31, 2025 · Dozens of Atlanta United supporters, equipped with signs, No. 10 jerseys and even custom posters, crowded the airport to welcome Miguel Almirón. Earlier the same day, Atlanta United announced Almirón’s return to the club with a designated player deal through the 2027 season and an option for 2028.

Jan 30, 2025 · Almirón's Atlanta reunion follows a six-year stint at Newcastle, where he posted 30g/12a in 223 appearances across all competitions. His best EPL season came in 2022-23, when he scored 11 goals ...

Nov 13, 1993 · Miguel Almirón joined Atlanta United on a multi-year contract on Dec. 5, 2016, becoming the second Designated Player in team history. He recorded nine goals and 14 assists in his first season in MLS and was named MLS Newcomer of the Year, as well as a finalist for Most Valuable Player.

Jan 31, 2025 · Atlanta United welcomes back midfielder Miguel Almiron, a former MLS All-Star, for his return to the team. Excitement builds as he prepares to play for his fans. ... Miguel Almirón (center), and Atlanta United President& CEO Garth Lagerwey address the media during a press conference at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. Photo by ...

Jan 30, 2025 · ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - After rumors have been swarming the internet for the past few weeks, Miguel Almirón is set to leave Newcastle United and return to Atlanta United. Almirón, a fan favorite, was an original member of the Five Stripes and helped lead the club to an MLS Cup in 2018.