Portland to loan Perez to Austin FC for 2021 MLS regular season in exchange for a 2023 natural third-round MLS SuperDraft pick
PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Timbers today announced the signing of midfielder Emanuel “Manny” Perez to a one-year contract and will loan him to MLS side Austin FC for the 2021 MLS regular season in exchange for Austin’s natural third-round pick in the 2023 MLS SuperDraft. Additional General Allocation Money may be received based on Perez’ performance with Austin. Perez was originally acquired by the Timbers through the MLS Allocation Process.
Perez, 22, tallied one goal and five assists in 37 appearances (25 starts) across all competitions in two seasons for North Carolina FC (2019-20).