by Anthony J. Merced New York Red Bulls have announced the signing of 19 year-old Colombian defender Juan Jose Mina. The team has added depth to the defense with this signing which currently consists of captain Sean Nealis, Hassan Ndam and Andres Reyes. "Juan has a lot of qualities that we value in our defenders," said head coach Troy Lesesne. "Especially in the pressing style that we are known for. We believe that Juan will help our roster this season and beyond." Mina joins the team from Deportivo Cali where he made 26 appearances in 2022 and tallying two assists. He has also become a regular in the U-20 national team for his home country of Colombia and looks to be pushing into the main team in the coming years. While it may not be what most fans were expecting, it is the first move of the transfer window for the Red Bulls. The team has a lack of depth in key positions with defense being a major hole that is now filled with the young player. It will still be some
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