Union Sign Forward Agustin Anello on Permanent Transfer

The 23-year-old Miami native joins Philadelphia from Uruguayan side Boston River.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Philadelphia Union have signed forward Agustin Anello on a permanent transfer from Uruguayan club Boston River. Anello's contract is guaranteed through the 2028-29 season with an option for 2029-30. The 23-year-old Miami native previously played in the academies of Cornella and RCD Espanyol in Spain before making his professional debut with Belgium's Lommel SK in 2021.

Why it matters

The addition of Anello, a versatile and dynamic attacking player with U.S. Youth National Team experience, bolsters the Union's offensive depth as they look to build on their recent success and compete for trophies in MLS.

The details

Anello recorded six goals and one assist in 14 matches with Boston River in Uruguay's top division in 2025. Union head coach Bradley Carnell praised Anello's development in Europe and his recent breakout in Uruguay, saying he fits the team's profile well.

  • The transfer was completed on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
  • Anello's contract is guaranteed through the 2028-29 season with an option for 2029-30.
  • The Union open the 2026 MLS season on February 21 at DC United.

The players

Agustin Anello

A 23-year-old forward who joins the Philadelphia Union on a permanent transfer from Uruguayan club Boston River.

Bradley Carnell

The head coach of the Philadelphia Union, who praised Anello's versatility, dynamic play, and development in Europe and Uruguay.

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What they’re saying

“Agustin is a versatile, dynamic attacker. His development in Europe, combined with his recent breakout in Uruguay, reflects a clear upward trajectory. As a domestic player with U.S. Youth National Team experience, he fits our profile well, and we're excited to welcome him to Philadelphia.”

— Bradley Carnell, Philadelphia Union Head Coach (Union Press Release)

What’s next

The Union open the 2026 MLS season on February 21 at DC United, where Anello could make his debut for the club.

The takeaway

The Union's acquisition of the versatile and dynamic Agustin Anello, a young American with international experience, demonstrates the club's commitment to building a talented roster that can compete for trophies in MLS.