FC Dallas Signs Acosta in Record MLS Trade

Luciano 'Lucho' Acosta, the 2023 MLS MVP and FC Cincinnati's all-time leader in goals and assists, has been traded to FC Dallas in a record-setting deal for $5 million plus add-ons. Acosta, who expressed a desire to leave Cincinnati after their playoff elimination, will join FC Dallas to partner with Croatian forward Petar Musa and reinforce their attack. The move underscores Dallas's commitment to building a championship-caliber team, and they have expressed excitement in acquiring a player of Acosta's caliber. The trade is the largest cash-for-player deal in MLS history, with FC Cincinnati planning to use the funds to potentially sign Portland Timbers' Evander da Silva Ferreira. Despite his departure, Acosta's legacy as a three-time MLS All-Star and Best XI honoree with Cincinnati remains significant. The move follows failed negotiations for Acosta to return to Argentina, highlighting his complicated relationship with Cincinnati after a challenging season.