According to Tom Bogert, LAFC is close to a deal to acquire Tomás Ángel, a 20-year-old forward from Colombia’s youth international team. Ángel will be joining the team as a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Atletico Nacional. As a forward, he showcased his talent by scoring three goals during the U-20 World Cup with Colombia. In the previous year, he managed to score seven goals in approximately 1,500 minutes of play across various competitions while representing Nacional. So who is Tomas Angel and why did LAFC sign him?
Tomás Ángel Gutiérrez, 20, is a highly promising Colombian football talent who last played as a forward for Atlético Nacional and representing the Colombia national under-20 football team.
Background and Career:
Tomás Ángel is the son of former Colombian footballer Juan Pablo Ángel, known for his stints with clubs like Aston Villa and New York Red Bulls.
He initiated his professional career with Atlético Nacional (from Columbia's pro league) in 2021 to 2023 scoring 8 goals in 52 appearances .
His playing style is characterized by his remarkable pace, agility, and dribbling abilities.
He has already had the privilege of representing under-20 Colombian national team.
Potential and Achievements:
Tomás Ángel is regarded as an emerging star in Colombian football, with a promising future ahead.
There is significant anticipation that he might follow in his father's footsteps and eventually play in European football in the coming years.
So there you have it. A young guy with a ton of potential is not a bad signing. LAFC need some players and this is a good signing.
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