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MLS players Zavier Gozo (Real Salt Lake) and Lucas Herrington are linked with Premier League moves, including Gozo’s reported transfer to Crystal Palace, as MLS-to-EPL transfers headline a broader set of cross-league deals and a new transfer tracker feature.
Real Salt Lake sold homegrown forward Zavier Gozo to Crystal Palace for a club-record $15 million, highlighting the 19-year-old’s rapid rise from RSL’s academy to first-team duties (10 goals, 8 assists in about 18 months) and USMNT buzz. RSL credits Gozo’s work ethic and an academy overhaul begun under new ownership for shaping a path from Utah youth to Europe, while reiterating a broader philosophy of developing players in-house rather than buying. The club even points to potential internal replacements like Zach Booth as they push for a Western Conference top-four finish. Palace—described in the piece as the reigning UEFA Conference League champions—adds a versatile playmaker ahead of Mauricio Pochettino’s squad this autumn.
Crystal Palace completed a five-year, roughly $15 million transfer for American prospect Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake after a rapid rise and after missing out on this summer’s US World Cup squad; the move could accelerate his first-team exposure and boost his USMNT prospects ahead of the 2030 World Cup, with him training alongside US teammate Chris Richards at Palace.
Real Salt Lake coach Pablo Mastroeni expressed disbelief at Diego Luna’s omission from the USMNT World Cup roster, arguing Luna’s attacking ability and mentality would be valuable in a tournament that needs a game-changing player. Gozo, while a long shot, had impressed this MLS season and would have added depth, but both players learned their fates by email after a training session, with Luna hampered by hamstring tightness that kept him from travel. The decision underscores US coach Mauricio Pochettino’s plans, while Gozo remains determined to chase future opportunities, including a potential move if the right club comes calling.
Kelvin Yeboah was sidelined by Minnesota United for an internal disciplinary matter tied to a training incident, prompting the Loons to start Momo Dieng and later bring on Mauricio Gonzalez (who scored in the 93rd minute) and Marcus Caldeira in a 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake. The club said the issue should not linger past MLS restart after the World Cup break, and Minnesota next faces Kansas City on July 22.
DeAndre Yedlin, a veteran U.S. national team defender with extensive MLS and European experience, has been signed by Real Salt Lake from FC Cincinnati for $304,700 in 2025 General Allocation Money. He is expected to join the team immediately and play in upcoming matches, bringing leadership and high-level experience to the club.
Following the tragic death of Diogo Jota in a car crash, MLS players, including Real Salt Lake's Diogo Gonçalves, paid emotional tributes by honoring Jota during matches, reflecting the global mourning and Jota's impact on the soccer community.
Real Salt Lake's top scorer Chicho Arango has been suspended for four games, including the All-Star game, for violating Major League Soccer's anti-harassment policy. The team has accepted the disciplinary decision, though no further details on the violation have been provided.
Real Salt Lake has reached the top of the MLS Power Rankings after a dominant 5-1 win over Austin, with Chicho Arango's hat trick bolstering his MVP candidacy. LAFC continues their strong performance with five straight clean sheets and wins, while Inter Miami struggles defensively and faces upcoming challenges without Lionel Messi. NYCFC and Minnesota United also had notable performances, and several other teams experienced mixed results in a week full of action and surprises.
New York City FC and Real Salt Lake achieved significant victories in Matchday 18, driven by hat-trick performances. The Team of the Matchday features standout players from various clubs, with NYC's Nick Cushing named Coach of the Week. Additionally, Audi's Goals Drive Progress initiative continues to support MLS academies by contributing funds for every goal scored.
Real Salt Lake's 3-0 win over LAFC in a blizzard prompted players to endure squall conditions for over 90 minutes, with LAFC defender Ryan Hollingshead likening it to "trying to run on an ice rink." The match, delayed due to a storm system and lightning, saw players struggling to maintain footing on the snow-covered field, with concerns raised about the playing conditions. RSL's grounds crew and additional staff worked to clear snow during the game, while players coped with the challenging weather, prompting discussions about whether the match should have been played at all.
LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo criticized Major League Soccer for allowing the match against Real Salt Lake to continue in blizzard-like conditions, calling it an "absolute disgrace" and "one of the worst professional sporting events" he's ever seen. The game was initially delayed due to heavy wind and lightning, and play was stopped multiple times due to the snowstorm. Cherundolo expressed concern for the players' well-being and stated that the match should have been called off.
LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo criticized the decision to play the MLS match against Real Salt Lake in heavy snow, calling it an "absolute disgrace" and "impossible conditions." The game was delayed for hours due to inclement weather and eventually resulted in a 3-0 defeat for LAFC. RSL's head coach praised his players' mentality in adapting to the challenging circumstances.
LAFC's match against Real Salt Lake in a snowstorm was marred by a two-hour snow delay and subsequent lightning delay, leading to a 3-0 loss for LAFC. Head coach Steve Cherundolo criticized the decision to play in the adverse conditions, calling it an "absolute joke" and "disgrace." Despite the team's frustration, the MLS and RSL's social media feeds took a more lighthearted and celebratory tone, with RSL ultimately securing the victory.
LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo criticized the decision to play the match against Real Salt Lake in extreme snowstorm conditions, calling it "one of the worst professional sporting events" he's seen. The game was delayed due to lightning and played in heavy snow, with RSL winning 3-0. RSL coach Pablo Mastroeni acknowledged the undesirable conditions, while Cherundolo expressed disbelief at playing and finishing the game in such circumstances.