New England Revolution reportedly trade Noel Buck to San Jose Earthquakes in cash-for-player deal

After a slow start to the season, promising midfielder Noel Buck has reportedly been traded from the New England Revolution to the San Jose Earthquakes. The U.S. youth international has been earmarked for future success, but he struggled to make an impact for New England after a disappointing loan with English club Southampton - where he spent the majority of his time with the U-21s.

GIVEMESPORT was the first to report the trade.

Buck will reunite with former manager Bruce Arena in San Jose - the coach who handed him his debut in New England. Under the former USMNT manager, Buck became considered one of MLS's most promising talents. The classy midfielder is expected to form part of a double pivot in Arena's 3-4-1-2 system for the Western Conference club.

San Jose has been active in the final days of the MLS trade window. Earlier this week, they acquired left back DeJuan Jones from the Columbus Crew - another former Revolution standout who played some of his best soccer under Arena.

The Quakes underwent a significant overhaul last offseason, but haven't quite jelled yet. They are currently 10th in the Western Conference, and are two points outside of a playoff spot.