DC United’s Kevin Paredes has joined the german side,VfL Wolfsburg in club-record transfer.
The 18-year old sensation who is agraduate of the famous DC United academy will be joining Bundesliga for a reported $7.35 million. Under the new contract DC United will be receiving initial $500,000 and a 10% of any transfer fee if Paredes’ rights are sold in the future.
We couldn’t be prouder and happier for Kevin to follow his dreams to compete in a great league like the German Bundesliga. Kevin’s rapid rise from our Academy to a first team starter is a testament to his desire, talent, and commitment, as well as a lot of hard work and support from our great coaches and staff at the club. All of us at the club wish Kevin a very long and successful professional career.
– Dave Kasper, United’s President of Soccer Operations
ChooseDC wishes Kevin all the best as he joins bundesliga.
Courtesy- DC United
