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Atlético Madrid sign Mexico international Obed Vargas

Obed Vargas is set for a major step forward, leaving the Seattle Sounders to join Atlético Madrid. While several LaLiga clubs had expressed interest in a potential loan move, Atlético plan to keep the 20-year-old midfielder in Madrid, where he is expected to join the first team. Vargas impressed as a homegrown player for Seattle, making 91 appearances.

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Aguirre confirms plans to call up Fidalgo for Mexico

Álvaro Fidalgo’s chances of representing Mexico appear closer than ever, as Javier Aguirre confirmed he intends to call up the América midfielder once he becomes eligible in March 2026. The Spanish-born playmaker, who has spent nearly five years in Liga MX, is on track to join Mexico’s growing group of naturalized players.

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Sounders' Vargas tops MLS’s 22 Under 22 list

Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas has been named the No. 1 player on Major League Soccer’s 2025 22 Under 22 list, which recognizes the league’s top young talent. The annual rankings, voted on by MLS coaches, general managers, sporting directors, MLS Season Pass broadcast talent and select media members, highlight a growing wave of homegrown players.

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Frequently asked questions

Jadon Sancho plays as a winger for his new club Chelsea, who signed him on loan from Manchester United in the summer of 2024.

Jadon Sancho was born in Camberwell, Greater London, in England.

Jadon Sancho wears the No. 19 jersey at Chelsea and started his new chapter by assisting Christopher Nkunku's winning goal against Bournemouth. His performance off the bench on his Chelsea debut earned him the Man of the Match award.

Jadon Sancho is 1.80m (5ft 11in) tall. He possesses quick feet and is blessed with acceleration which allows him to separate himself from his marker.

Jadon Sancho weighs 76kg (168 lbs), with his low centre of gravity allowing him to dribble past defenders with supreme ease.

Jadon Sancho joined Watford in 2007 at the age of seven. After spending almost eight years with Watford, Sancho moved to Manchester City in 2015, at the age of 14.

Yes, Jadon Sancho is a father to a young girl, but has neither disclosed his daughter's name, nor the name of his child's mother.

Jadon Sancho is yet to get married and has also kept his private life under wraps.