Mark McKenzie Rumored to Be Headed to Belguim
News broke that the Union agreed to a deal that will send Defender Mark McKenzie to Belgian side KRC Genk.
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The young 21-year-old homegrown is coming off his best year as a pro, getting his name in the conversation of MLS MVP and MLS Defender of the Year, as well as being a cornerstone piece that helped lead the Union to their first trophy in club history, the Supporters Shield.
McKenzie has been attracting a lot of interest from Europe, most notably Celtic FC, and reportedly some Premier League clubs as of late. However, McKenzie is headed to KRC Genk on a reported fee of approximately $6 million dollars as well as a sell on % and add ons.
With the fees of Brenden Aaronson and now Mark Mckenzie, the club will have approximately $13 Million dollars from their transfers.
Leaving a lot of money to invest in younger prospects or go out and get a big-name player. The club is yet to announce the official details as McKenzie still needs to pass a physical. If all things go well, McKenzie has played his last game as a member of the Union.
Mark McKenzie is a promising young player and we look forward to seeing him advance his game overseas! Americans can watch him shine as a future staple of the USMNT.
Mark will forever be a part of the Union family and we wish him the best in the future!
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