Atlanta United today announced it has signed defensive midfielder Santiago Sosa via transfer from Club Atlético River Plate. The 21-year-old will sign a multi-year contract and occupy an international slot pending the receipt of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and P-1 Visa.
“Santiago is a holding midfielder who understands and reads the game exceptionally well for someone his age,” Atlanta United Vice President and Technical Director Carlos Bocanegra said. “He broke through into the First Team at River last year, experiencing numerous big matches in both Copa Libertadores and the Copa Diego Maradona, in addition to his time with Argentina U-20s.