Numerous reports from South America and America have Atlanta United on the verge of signing Argentinian forward Hector “Tito” Villalba.
Villalba, 21 years old, currrently plays for San Lorenzo in Argentina, where he has scored 15 goals in 89 appearances in league games. He has been tied to MLS clubs in the past.
Different reports have the transfer fee for acquiring the player as ranging between $2-$2.5 million.
A few days ago, Atlanta United announced the signing of Irish midfielder/defender Chris McCann. He was the team's fifth reported signing.
The transfer window opened on July 4 and Atlanta United technical director Carlos Bocanegra said the club should be busy acquiring players for its inaugural season in 2017.
Atlanta United officials have repeatedly said they won’t discuss players that they don’t have under contract.
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