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Report: LAFC Trades USMNT Center Back Walker Zimmerman to Nashville SC

A week before LAFC plays its first match in the Concacaf Champions League, the MLS Supporters' Shield holder has facilitated a major shakeup to its back line.

LAFC has traded U.S. men's national team center back Walker Zimmerman to expansion side Nashville SC for what could be over $1 million in allocation money and a 2020 international roster slot, according to The Athletic.

Zimmerman, 26, heads to Nashville in a deal that is reminiscent of Minnesota United's trade for Ike Opara a season ago. Zimmerman just took part in USMNT January camp, appearing in his 12th international match as the U.