Miguel Almiron has returned to Atlanta United from Newcastle United on a permanent deal, marking a significant move in his career.
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ATLANTA — Atlanta United announced Thursday that it has signed midfielder Miguel Almirón from Newcastle United of the English Premier League. The Paraguayan international returns to the club on a contract through the 2027 MLS season, with an option for 2028.
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has admitted some regret over the sale of Miguel Almiron. The Paraguay attacker's move to Atlanta United was rubberstamped on Thursday. Ahead of Saturday's clash with Fulham, Howe said this morning: "Very special player, very special person. He's going to be greatly missed by everyone connected with us.
Atlanta United announced on Thursday that fan favorite Miguel Almirón will return to the club after six years with English Premier League's Newcastle United.
Signing Atlanta United have brought back club legend Miguel Almirón, announcing Thursday they've acquired the star midfielder from English Premier League side Newcastle United.
Atlanta United's offseason began with a bang. Just a few short weeks after it eliminated Inter Miami from the MLS Cup playoffs, Atlanta announced it was hiring Chris Henderson, one of Miami's key executives, to lead its transfer business as Chief Soccer Officer.
Atlanta United has completed the signing of Miguel Almiron from Newcastle United. The Athletic reported on January 15 the MLS side had tabled a bid worth £11million ($13.5m) for the 30-year-old Paraguayan who will return to Atlanta six years after he left the club to join Newcastle.
El Atlanta United de la MLS anunció este jueves el regreso del delantero paraguayo Miguel Almirón, procedente del Newcastle de Inglaterra, con un contrato hasta la temporada 2027 y la opción de extenderlo por un año más.
Almiron leaves Tyneside having made 223 appearances and scored 30 goals, perhaps the most notable of them the opener in a 4-1 Champions League demolition of Paris St Germain last season. Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe, said: “On behalf of the club, I want to thank Miggy for everything he has given us during our time together.
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