The long-awaited rumor has come to fruition this morning. LAFC today announced they have transferred Ecuadorian midfielder, José Cifuentes, to Rangers FC of the Scottish Premiership. Cifuentes has been a player many had figured would be departing, for over a year now, and today he makes his move overseas.
Gracias por todo, @JoseCifu51. 🖤💛 pic.twitter.com/ikTxExGTwt
— LAFC (@LAFC) August 3, 2023
“Cifu has been an integral part of LAFC’s success over the last three years,” LAFC Co-President & General Manager John Thorrington said in a statement. “He has developed into a top midfielder in our league, and we are excited for him to continue the next steps in his career at Rangers.”
Cifuentes proved to be an essential part of LAFC’s midfield, making 102 MLS regular season appearances (78 starts) and registering 14 goals and 20 assists in 7,185 minutes. He is one of just 10 players in MLS history to reach those numbers in their first four seasons before turning 25. The midfielder became the fourth player in Club history to reach 100 MLS regular season appearances on July 9, 2023, at BMO Stadium. Overall, Cifuentes made 121 appearances and registered 15 goals and 20 assists across all competitions. LAFC has already brought in some new talent that have yet to take the pitch, so time will tell if they can continue their expected dominance without the dynamic midfielder.
Nothing but love. pic.twitter.com/V8QIE5Hg60
— LAFC (@LAFC) August 3, 2023
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