Portland Timbers Sign Jonathan Rodriguez in Record Transfer

Jonathan Rodriguez joins the Timbers as the club's highest-paid player, bringing a strong track record from Liga MX and international play.

The Portland Timbers have acquired Uruguayan forward Jonathan Rodriguez from Liga MX team Club America, with Rodriguez set to join as a designated player through 2026, with an option for 2027.
Rodriguez has a notable track record, with 21 goals and seven assists in 65 appearances for Club America over the past two seasons, and has made 31 appearances for Uruguay's national team.
The transfer deal for Rodriguez is reported to be worth $6 million, making him the highest-paid player in the history of the Portland Timbers.
Timbers general manager Ned Grabavoy highlighted Rodriguez's consistent goal-scoring ability and impact on the team's attacking threat, expressing eagerness to integrate him into the team.
Before joining Club America, Rodriguez played for Santos Laguna and Cruz Azul in Mexico, and has also played professionally in Uruguay, Portugal, Spain, and Saudi Arabia.