TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade

COL receive: Rafael Santos

ORL receive: Up to $325k in GAM, sell on %

The Colorado Rapids have acquired left back Rafael Santos from Orlando City , the clubs announced Friday.

In exchange for the 27-year-old Brazilian, Orlando will receive $125,000 in 2025 General Allocation Money (GAM) and an additional $200,000 in GAM if certain performance-based metrics are met. They also retain a sell-on fee.

Santos joined Orlando from Brazilian Série A side Cruzeiro ahead of the 2023 season. He produced 2g/7a over 96 appearances with the Lions.

“Rafael is an experienced and dynamic attacking fullback who brings quality on both sides of the ball,” said Rapids sporting director Fran Taylor.

“He will strengthen our group as we continue to make a push for th

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