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James Rodríguez has heard it all, but for Minnesota United's unlikeliest signing, his sense of duty to Colombia has never waned. Felipe Cardenas40 It is hoped the Colombian star's arrival can reenergize the Minnesota region Felipe Cardenas49 After years of links and courtship, James Rodríguez to MLS is not that surprising. But to Minnesota? Felipe Cardenas and Tom Bogert96 The Colombian superstar appears headed to an unexpected landing spot as he aims to return to form before the World Cup Tom Bogert and Felipe Cardenas54 Advertisement The Athletic's columnist relives his experience of an unexpected deadline-day transfer toward the end of his career Charlie Davies11 His comments come after Inter Miami's managing owner Jorge Mas said it was his "dream" for the club to participate in the competition. Colin Millar34 The comprehensive revamp of American lower league soccer is start to take shape Paul Tenorio145 The 2026 MLS season is less than a month from kicking off, and clubs are maneuvering to get in shape for opening day Tom Bogert30 Alex Freeman is headed to Villarreal this winter, continuing his rapid rise after breaking out for Orlando and the U. S. men's national team Tom Bogert21 MLS has elongated its summer transfer window dates, positioning clubs to take further advantage of a post-World Cup period Tom Bogert23