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The Union are nearing a new addition at defensive midfield
The Philadelphia Union are nearing a move for Red Star Belgrade midfielder Richard Odada ahead of the MLS stretch run.
The 21-year-old Kenyan international is a deep-lying midfielder. Since making his debut with Red Star Belgrade in 2019, he has made appearances on loan in Serbia’s top two flights.
Odada is currently on loan with Graficar Belgrad of the Serbian second division.
A source tells Pro Soccer Wire that a transfer between Red Star and the Union could potentially be completed within the next week, pending the receipt of his P-1 visa. The move could see Odada land with the Eastern Conference club ahead of their stretch run and their chase for silverware.
The Philadelphia Union declined to comment on this report.
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With 22 games played, the Union are atop the Eastern Conference with 42 points. They are second in the league, three points adrift from the top spot held by LAFC.
There is a need for midfield depth on the Union roster, in particular in the central part of the park. Odada’s ability to cover ground and be a physical presence should see him into the squad’s rotation.
Odada has made four appearances for Kenya’s national team.
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