MLS high-profile summer signings not at all perpetuating its image as a landing spot for late-career European-based star Via @SoccerInsider on X

What happened: Major League Soccer continues to acquire late-career European veterans during the summer transfer window. Recent additions include Robert Lewandowski moving to Chicago just ahead of his 38th birthday, 35-year-old Antoine Griezmann joining Orlando, and 34-year-old Casemiro heading to Miami.

Why it matters: The transactions reinforce the historical perception of the league as a destination for older talent. Griezmann agreed to his Orlando free transfer earlier this year, and the subsequent moves for Lewandowski and Casemiro emphasize a continued reliance on high-profile, aging players.

What to watch: Monitor how the physical demands of the midseason schedule impact these veteran additions as they integrate into their new squads.

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