Williams Alarcón Set to Leave Boca Juniors for MLS Adventure
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Chilean midfielder Williams Alarcón is close to leaving Boca Juniors for Major League Soccer.
- Atlanta United has reportedly made a loan offer with an option to buy.
- Alarcón has not established himself in Boca's first team since joining.
Chilean midfielder Williams Alarcón is on the verge of departing Argentine club Boca Juniors to pursue a new opportunity in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. The player has reportedly failed to secure a regular spot in Boca's starting lineup since his arrival.
According to Argentine outlet TyC Sports, Atlanta United has emerged as the leading contender to sign the nationalized midfielder. The MLS club has submitted an offer that includes a loan deal with an option to purchase Alarcón's rights.
While the specific financial terms of the proposed deal have not been disclosed, negotiations are said to be in advanced stages. Sources indicate that a full agreement is anticipated in the coming hours, paving the way for Alarcón to travel to the U.S. and join his new team.
If the transfer materializes, Alarcón will find a familiar face in Georgia, as he will be sharing the locker room with fellow Chilean defender Paulo Díaz, who recently joined the American franchise.
Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.