Overview
- The Athletic, as cited by Goal, reports a preliminary agreement between Monterrey and FC Cincinnati for winger Luca Orellano, with the move not yet officially announced.
- Orellano is expected to travel to Mexico once paperwork and remaining steps are completed to join Monterrey’s preseason for the Clausura 2026 campaign.
- Talks unfolded over several rounds after Cincinnati turned down earlier proposals, with acceptance coming once Monterrey’s latest offer matched financial expectations.
- Monterrey targeted Orellano for his pace and one-on-one ability, while the 25-year-old brings experience from Vélez Sarsfield, Vasco da Gama and MLS.
- The Argentine logged 77 appearances for Cincinnati with 15 goals and 11 assists, including a 10-goal, seven-assist 2024 season and a 2025 return of two goals and five assists.