Atlanta United announced on social media this morning that the work visa for Atlanta United striker and new Designated Player Giorgos Giakoumakis has been approved, making him eligible to begin participating in training and playing in games.
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Giakoumakis flew in to Atlanta yesterday after receiving his work visa in Toronto, and he will train with the team for the first time on Friday, according to a club spokesperson.
The decision on if and how much he plays will be up to Gonzalo Pineda and his coaching staff after they observe him during Friday’s session.