Union Sign Midfielder Marco Fabián
On Friday, February 8th the Philadelphia Union officially acquired Mexico National Team attacking midfielder, Marco Fabián, as they agreed to a deal with German Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt.
According to Philadelphia Union Communications, Fabian will be added to the Union’s active roster following receipt of his International Transfer Certificate and P1 Visa and will occupy an international roster slot as a Designated Player. Fabian’s contract is for one year with multiple one-year team options to potentially be with the Union for three seasons. Frankfurt will also get a five percent sell-on fee if the Union sell Fabian in the future. Reported salary is upwards of 2 million dollars and a record breaking deal for the Union.
?Philadelphia Union officially acquire @miseleccionmxEN Attacking Midfielder @MarcoFabian_10.
Philly, say hello to your new No. 10 ? http://t.co/OC84FIiSMw#MarcoPHabian | #DOOP | #ThisIsPhilly pic.twitter.com/R7RtRJAtgM
— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) February 8, 2019
Fabián helped Eintracht Frankfurt win the 2017-18 German Cup as they defeated Bayern Munich in the final. He seized the 2012 Olympic gold medal in London with the Mexican National Team and has appeared in both the 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups for Mexico. Last season, Fabián assisted Frankfurt capture a major trophy with their German Cup victory as he made appearances in both the quarterfinals and semifinals. Fabián played for eight years in Mexico as he came up through the academy system of Chivas Guadalajara and debuted for the club’s first team in 2007. In all competitions for Chivas Guadalajara he made a total of 232 appearances for the club, scored 57 goals and added 36 assists.
Yo Philly, hit ? to welcome your new #️⃣1️⃣0️⃣
Give him a follow ? @MarcoFabian_10
Get the deets ? http://t.co/OC84FIiSMw#DOOP | #SomosPhilly | #MarcoPHabian pic.twitter.com/UGkjRtpzzr— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) February 9, 2019
Fabián aided in Cruz Azul winning the 2013-14 Concacaf Champions League as he was a key player in that tournament, while starting both legs of the final. He also recorded the championship-winning assist on teammate Mariano Pavone’s away goal that clinched the tournament title. Marco has been a mainstay for the Mexican National Team as he totaled 42 senior caps to date. He made his debut in 2012 in a friendly against Venezuela, where he totaled two assists. His major tournament debut came in the 2013 Gold Cup, where he played every match for Mexico. Fabián was named to the Mexican side for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he appeared in each of the team’s group stage matches against Cameroon, Brazil and Croatia. He was also a part of the Mexican side for the 2017 Confederations Cup and again at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he made one appearance in the team’s group stage match against Sweden.
Below, Union Sporting Director Ernst Tanner spoke on behalf of the big sighing and stated that Fabián is a special player as he added more including the expectations of Marco and his role with the Union.
“Marco Fabián is a special player…”
What qualities caught Ernst Tanner’s eye in the scouting process and what does he expect @MarcoFabian_10 to bring in 2019? Take a listen ??#DOOP | #SomosPhilly | #ThisIsPhilly | #MarcoPHabian pic.twitter.com/b3XrWKLG4x
— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) February 9, 2019
He then supported Mexico win the Toulon Tournament in preparation for the Olympics in London which he also won, as he secured the gold medal with a victory over Brazil at Wembley Stadium. Marco was with Guadalajara from 2007-2015, Cruz Azul in 2014, and Eintracht Frankfurt from 2016-2019. At 29 years-old, standing at 5’7” and weighing in at 143 pounds, Fabian will serve as the Union’s number 10 for 2019 after the departure of Borek Dockal left a void at the position. Fabián will be a key part of the Union in 2019 and will help this team reach new heights that they have never reached before. Here’s hoping that MarcoFabián will have a tremendous season in addition to scoring and assisting on many goals in hopes of leading the U to an MLS Cup in 2019. #DOOP #ThisIsPhilly #SomosPhilly
Marco Fabián was also at the 76ers game on Sunday as he got a chance to stand on the court pregame and watch the game with court-side seats. Welcome to Philly, Marco!
It’s great to be here! Thanks @Sixers for the hospitality and the fun. I’m already falling in love with Philadelphia and the @PhilaUnion season hasn’t even started! #HereTheyCome ? #ThisIsPhilly ? ⚽ pic.twitter.com/BmMxpLPvRj
— Marco Fabián (@MarcoFabian_10) February 10, 2019
Fabián had the chance to get his first touches with the Union on Monday ahead of the team’s leg two of preseason in Clearwater, Florida. Marco did not play in the team’s game against Orlando City SC but had the opportunity to warm up with his new squad and become familiar with his teammates.
First touches in a Union kit ✔️@MarcoFabian_10 and the squad kickin’ off Leg ✌️ of Preseason in @VSPC☀️#DOOP | #MarcoPHabian | #SomosPhilly | #ThisIsPhilly pic.twitter.com/1Giccgtdhs
— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) February 12, 2019
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