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Los Angeles Football Club’s (LAFC) latest striker purchase has undoubtedly garnered attention. Kei Kamara has signed with a record-tying 11th MLS side, Los Angeles FC, for the 2024 season. The club announced the deal on Friday, adding that they also have an agreement for an option for 2025.
With the signing of the league’s all-time leading scorer comes a great deal of anticipation and mystery around the 2024 campaign. With a huge goal repertoire and a plethora of experience under his belt, 39-year-old Kamara might be an asset to Steve Cherundolo.
“Kei is one of the all-time greatest goal scorers in MLS history and a great complement to our attack. Kei has a long history here in Southern California, so we know it will bring a sense of pride for him to represent LAFC”, John Thorrington, co-president and general manager of the club said.
Mission to overtake Donovan
Kamara had been a free agent after leaving Chicago Fire last fall. He has 17 years of experience in Major League Soccer and has appeared in 418 regular season games.
“I’m going to play another season in the MLS”, he said in October 2023. “I’m not done yet, definitely. I think this is my last game for the club, so I’ll be moving on. I’ll play another season.
“I’ve enjoyed myself and representing this club and the things that we achieved this year playing with some of these younger players … it’s been amazing for me and something I’m going to hold dearly to my heart.”
After stalwarts like Chris Wondolowski and Landon Donovan, the striker sits third all-time with 144 goals scored in the league. Having played in the league for almost two decades, his presence on the pitch is associated with more than simply goals; it also signifies leadership and tactical acumen.
This 39-year-old Sierra Leonean is aiming to catch up to Landon Donovan, who is currently in second place on the MLS scoring statistics. Donovan finished his epic Major League Soccer…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-03-30 17:34:01
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