The Portland Timbers are set to bring back their starting right back from the team that made the 2021 MLS Cup Final. A source within the club confirmed that Josecarlos Van Rankin has joined up with the team in Tucson, Arizona, and it is expected that he will be signing with the team soon.
Van Rankin was on loan from Liga MX side Chivas de Guadalajara for the 2021 season. The right fullback’s loan deal expired at the end of the season and the club remained in discussions concerning his future.
It is believed that Van Rankin will be joining the Timbers on a loan deal once again.