It is being reported , not tweeted, that Nicolas Lodeiro is set to join the Seattle Sounders next week. Go ahead, let that sink in for a moment.
I have been waiting months to write those words, as I imagine you all have been waiting months to read those words. So, what set the transfer in motion? Glad you asked.
We wouldn’t be rejoicing over a cup of coffee this morning if we didn’t receive a little help from our Ecuadoran friends. When Independiente del Valle defeated Boca Juniors last night, they earned themselves the right to play Atlético Nacional in the final round of Copa Libertadores.