The Philadelphia Union acquired Colombian defender Geiner Martinez from Uruguay’s CA Juventud on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old center back is under contract through the 2027-28 season with options through 2029-30.
Martinez has four goals in 51 appearances with Juventud and Central Espanol in Uruguay. He helped Juventud earn a promotion and qualify for the 2026 Copa Libertadores.
“Geiner is a young, strong player who brings intensity and a physical presence to our backline,” Philadelphia head coach Bradley Carnell said. “The experience he’s gained through earning promotion in two consecutive seasons is valuable; he is a competitor and dedicated to defending within our identity. We look forward to getting him integrated quickly with the team.”
Philadelphia opens the 2026 MLS regular season at D.C. United on Feb. 21.
–Field Level Media
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