Timbers acquire midfielder Joao Ortiz

Timbers find Diego Chara's heir apparent - Soccer America

It looks like the Portland Timbers have found Diego Chara’s successor. They signed 28-year-old midfielder Joao Ortiz from Independiente del Valle in his native Ecuador for which he has nine caps. Chara has started at least 26 games in central midfield in every Portland season since its launch in 2011 except the Covid-shortened 2020 season. […] The post Timbers find Diego Chara’s heir apparent appeared first on Soccer America.

MLS Pass Market: Portland Timbers acquired the defensive midfielder Joao Ortiz of the Ecuadorian Independent Valley team. Portland Timbers acquired the defensive midfielder Joao Ortiz of the Ecuadorian Independent Valley team. This was announced by the MLS Western Conference club on Wednesday. The 28-year-old Ecuadorian international signed a contract until 2027 with an option for 2028. It arrives for about 1.5 million dollars. Prior to joining …

Timbers acquire midfielder Joao Ortiz

Ecuadorian midfielder to join Portland through the 2027 season with a club option for 2028