San Diego FC bolstered its roster in a giant approach forward of its MLS debut later this 12 months.
Luca De La Torre has joined the 2025 MLS growth facet on a 12-month mortgage deal from Celta Vigo, each golf equipment introduced right now. The 26-year-old’s mortgage additionally features a buy possibility, ought to San Diego FC resolve to train it.
“We’re thrilled to deliver Luca dwelling to San Diego,” mentioned SDFC Sporting Director Tyler Heaps. “Luca’s journey, competing in a few of the world’s prime leagues and representing the USMNT, speaks volumes about his dedication and expertise. However what makes this second really particular is that he’s coming dwelling to signify the town that formed him. We’re excited for him to attach with our followers and group in a significant approach and play an necessary function in our historic inaugural season.”
De la Torre spent the previous two seasons in La Liga the place he made 67 appearances, contributed 4 objectives and added 9 assists in all competitions. Previous to his transfer to Spain, De la Torre scored two objectives and added 5 assists in 59 appearances for Dutch Eredivisie membership Heracles Almelo.
A San Diego native, De la Torre moved to England in 2014 to hitch Fulham’s youth academy. He made his skilled debut for Fulham in 2017 earlier than making 14 appearances for the primary crew. He additionally featured closely for the Cottagers’ Underneath-21 facet.
On the worldwide stage, De la Torre has earned 24 caps with the U.S. males’s nationwide crew, lifting the Concacaf Nations League on two events.
San Diego FC opens its 2025 MLS schedule in opposition to reigning champions LA Galaxy on February 23.