Chivas USA's Nagamura Joins Tigres, Padilla, Santos and Cuesta Sign New Deals
As reported by 100 Percent Soccer last week out of contract Chivas USA holding midfielder Paulo Nagamura has signed with Mexican club Tigres, a week before the start of preseason training camp.
Nagamura made 73 appearances for Chivas USA over three seasons and also played for the Galaxy.
"Paulo is a strong, dedicated player who has given this club a lot in the past three seasons," said Stephen Hamilton, vice president of soccer operations. "While we're disappointed that we weren't able to re-sign him, we're eager to continue building the team for the 2010 season."
Meanwhile, attacking midfielder Jesús Padilla, striker Maicon Santos, and central defender Yamith Cuesta have all renewed their loan deals with Chivas USA for the upcoming season.
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Renewing the loan deals for Cuesta, Santos and Padilla was critical for Chivas USA to have any hope of contending. Though I'm not sold on Padilla, I like Santos' speed and nose for the goal. I also think Cuesta can be a solid defender, though he's raw right now. Losing Nagamura and Marsch will be tough; replacing them will be pivotal. How much does Saragoza have left?