Colorado Rapids Acquire Defenders Chidozie Awaziem and Ian Murphy in Trade with FC Cincinnati
The Rapids bolster their backline with two key additions, sending $1 million in general allocation money and potential conditional payments to Cincinnati.
- The Colorado Rapids have signed center backs Chidozie Awaziem and Ian Murphy from FC Cincinnati during the MLS half-day trade window.
- In exchange, FC Cincinnati received $1 million in general allocation money, with up to $200,000 in additional conditional payments based on performance metrics.
- Awaziem, a 27-year-old Nigerian international with European and World Cup experience, started 10 MLS matches last season, recording three assists.
- Murphy, a 24-year-old MLS SuperDraft success story, played over 100 matches for Cincinnati and is known for his athleticism and defensive contributions.
- The trade helps Cincinnati clear salary cap space and roster spots while addressing Colorado’s defensive needs following a 60-goal season in 2024.
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