In a deal first first reported by Once A Metro, New York Red Bulls confirmed the signing of 22-year-old Malian midfielder Youba Diarra from sister club Red Bull Salzburg on a full season loan. Diarra will occupy an international slot on the roster and permanent purchase option terms were not disclosed.
We've added Youba Diarra on loan from @FCRBS_en!
u27a1ufe0f https://t.co/KXTvQ6E611@Verizon | #RBNY pic.twitter.com/42Hy88ynd3— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) March 1, 2021New York head coach Gerhard Struber, who has a long background coaching in Salzburg’s academy and reserve system, stated that there is an “advantage” in Diarra’s familiarity with the Red Bull tactical system that should help him integrate quickly.