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A new club for Gio Reyna? Plus, Paul Tenorio on USL's top-flight ambitions | USMNT Weekly

Feb 19, 2025

Paul Tenorio, a seasoned soccer journalist for The Athletic, dives into the swirling rumors surrounding Gio Reyna’s potential move from Dortmund. He explores Reyna's challenges with injuries and coaching changes, stressing the need for a club that nurtures his talent. Additionally, Tenorio discusses the USL's ambitions to establish itself as a top-flight league, including the introduction of promotion and relegation, and how MLS might respond to this growing competition.

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Gio Reyna's uncertain future at Borussia Dortmund highlights concerns over his playing time and potential need for a transfer.

The discussion on USL's ambitions reveals insights into the structure of a new league, including potential promotion and relegation mechanics.

Updates on other USMNT players like Yunus Musah and Chris Richards reflect the evolving landscape and competition for national team spots.

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Intro

4min

Gio Reyna's Crucial Crossroads

14min

Exploring the Future of an Injured Star Player

10min

Gio Reyna's Career Crossroads

17min

Evaluating Chris Richards: Strengths and Inconsistencies at Center Back

8min

Exploring the Balance of Family and Competition in Soccer

2min

Elevating the USL: Challenges and Opportunities

22min

With phrases like "lost patience" and "strike list" populating the rumor mills, Gio Reyna's exit from Dortmund might be fast-approaching. What's gone wrong for the (still) youngster at Dortmund, and where should he head from here?

There are also updates for Yunus Musah and Chris Richards, and then The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins the show to discuss the USL's First Division ambitions. What might their new league look like, will promotion and relegation be involved, and how will MLS respond?

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