Belgian giants Anderlecht are contemplating New England Revolution left-back DeJuan Jones as a potential replacement for the outgoing Sergio Gomez, 90min understands.
The Purple and White are bracing themselves for the departure of Gomez as the Spaniard nears a €10m-move to Premier League champions Manchester City, with the potential for then being loaned to Girona.
Since becoming a member of Anderlecht from Borussia Dortmund final 12 months, Gomez – who can even function as an attacking midfielder – has notched seven objectives and 15 assists in 50 appearances throughout all competitions.
Capped 49 occasions for Spain throughout numerous youth ranges, Gomez would depart an apparent hole for Anderlecht to fill ought to he go away Constant Vanden Stock Stadium.
A supply with data of the scenario has instructed 90min that among the many attainable replacements for Gomez is Revs left-back Jones. It’s understood that negotiations stay within the very early phases, however that Anderlecht are exploring a everlasting deal, whereas the 25-year-old is eager on the transfer as a launchpad into European soccer.
Jones has grow to be a key participant for the Revs since his choice within the 2019 MLS SuperDraft, taking part in 103 occasions throughout all competitions and serving to Bruce Arena’s aspect win the Supporters’ Shield with a report factors complete final 12 months.
Sources inform 90min Jones is raring to make the bounce to Europe in an effort to increase his USMNT possibilities transferring ahead. The full-back is but to be capped for the United States, however did obtain his first senior call-up as a part of the staff’s annual January coaching camp earlier this 12 months.
“Gregg [Berhalter] told me that I’ve surpassed the expectations they had for me coming in, so that’s really good to hear. I’m excited to be here,” Jones mentioned of his USMNT expertise again in January.
Should he make the transfer to Brussels, Jones would be part of Matt Miazga, Sacha Kljestan, and Kenny Saief on the checklist of Americans to play for Anderlecht.
