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USMNT striker Brandon Vazquez reportedly in talks over move to MLS side San Jose Earthquakes

<p>San Jose are in talks to sign USMNT striker Brandon Vazquez from Liga MX side Monterrey, according to <em>GiveMeSport's </em><a href="https://x.com/tombogert/status/1865132948397154432" target="_blank">Tom Bogert</a>. Only preliminary discussions have been held, as the Liga MX side are unwilling to part with their striker before the end of the season. A fee of around $8.5 million would reportedly be required to get the deal done, and other MLS clubs are interested in securing his signature. </p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Vazquez has extensive MLS experience. The USMNT forward started his career at Atlanta United, before moving to FC Cincinnati in 2020. He scored 32 goals for the MLS club, and made the MLS All Star team in 2022. He was among Mauricio Pochettino's first two USMNT squads, and has totaled 11 appearances for his country.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>San Jose are looking to retool this winter after bringing in <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/san-jose-earthquakes-name-ex-usmnt-new-england-revolution-boss-bruce-arena-as-new-manager-and-sporting-director/bltdc23421164ddeb75" target="_blank">former USMNT manager Bruce Arena in a dual general manager-head coach role</a>. Any deal would require a designated player spot, which the Earthquakes currently do not have available.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Vazquez is in the midst of Liga MX playoffs, and will likely be in the mix Saturday as his side look to overturn a 2-1 aggregate deficit to Atletico San Luis in the semifinal. Discussions for Vazquez are expected to continue, with MLS preseason to begin in the new year.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR VAZQUEZ AND SAN JOSE?

USMNT striker Brandon Vazquez reportedly in talks over move to MLS side San Jose Earthquakes | Goal.com United Arab Emirates

Vazquez, who has four goals in 11 appearances for the USMNT, could move back to MLS after just one year in Liga MX