The Galaxy's signing of Dutch defensive midfielder, Nigel de Jong, was one of the biggest feathers in Bruce Arena's cap this off-season, and, with the player promised a designated player spot the following season, was, by all accounts, one made with the future in mind.
It was not to be, however, as the rumors of a potential transfer to Turkish club, Galatasaray, were confirmed this morning.
— Galatasaray EN (@Galatasaray) August 31, 2016
De Jong moves on a free transfer which means the Galaxy will not be receiving a fee.