Breaking News: Joseph Rosales officially signs with Austin FC
Rosales comes to Austin in a cash-for-trade deal, and then by virtue of a new contract he signed, will be Verde until June 2029 with an option for the '29-'30 season.
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Rosales comes to Austin in a cash-for-trade deal, and then by virtue of a new contract he signed, will be Verde until June 2029 with an option for the '29-'30 season.
The 25-year-old Honduran wingback is reportedly coming to Austin FC for $1.5 million in either GAM or cash. But what does that pickup mean for the rest of the roster — particularly the left backs?
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