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Herrington departs Colorado Rapids for club record fee

The Colorado Rapids have sold 18-year-old center back Lucas Herrington to Premier League side Hull City, they announced Wednesday afternoon. Herrington, who represented Australia at the 2026 World Cup, departs the Rapids for a club record fee. His move is the highest fee for any defender in MLS history.

Sources: Hull agree to sign Herrington in deal worth up to $23m

Hull City have reached an agreement to sign Australian international Lucas Herrington from the Colorado Rapids, GOAL can confirm. The 18-year-old World Cup veteran's move will be worth up to $23 million, sources tell GOAL, as Herrington makes the leap to the Premier League after less than one season in Colorado.

Los Angeles Football Club v Colorado Rapids

Barcelona reportedly interested in Rapids' young star Herrington

Lucas Herrington, 18, has been one of Major League Soccer’s breakout stars this year, emerging as a defensive standout for the Colorado Rapids. His rise has reportedly attracted interest from abroad, including from La Liga champions Barcelona. The center back’s strong form has also earned him a place on Australia’s World Cup roster.

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC v Minnesota United FC

Rodriguez reportedly set to leave Minnesota, could retire after WC

James Rodriguez's brief, underwhelming spell with Minnesota United appears to be nearing an abrupt end. Apple TV's Michele Giannone and The Athletic reported that the Colombian star will leave next week to join his national team for the World Cup and is not expected to return after the tournament. The midfielder has made just four league appearances for the club.

Major League Soccer

Form

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
9	Seattle Sounders FC	17	7	3	7	20	22	-2	24	L L L L L
10	Minnesota United	18	6	6	6	20	25	-5	24	D D L D L
11	Colorado Rapids	18	7	1	10	27	25	2	22	W L W L L
12	LA Galaxy	19	5	7	7	24	29	-5	22	D D L L D
13	San Diego FC	18	5	6	7	32	29	3	21	D W L L D