D.C. United finalizes record transfer deal for Peruvian World Cup midfielder

Peru's Edison Flores has made 47 appearances for the national team and started three group matches at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. (Silvia Izquierdo/AP)D.C. United on Tuesday completed the acquisition of Peruvian midfielder Edison Flores, the most notable move thus far in efforts to revamp the attack in the wake of several key departures.

United paid Mexican club Morelia a $5 million transfer fee, the largest in the MLS club’s history. Contract terms were not released, but people close to the negotiations said he signed a five-year contract, including one club-held option, and will earn a team-high $2.1 million.

“He is an exciting and dynamic attacking player who creates and scores goals,”…