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MLS·TRADE·July 3, 2026 09:12 AM ET

Real Salt Lake reject $3.5M Monterrey bid for Diego Luna, want to keep midfielder

RSL turn down Monterrey's offer for Luna.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 31 min read
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🇺🇸 Sources: Real Salt Lake rejected a bid from CF Monterrey for attacking midfielder Diego Luna. @CLMerlo 1st. The bid Via @tombogert on X

What happened: Real Salt Lake have rejected a bid from Liga MX side CF Monterrey for attacking midfielder Diego Luna, with the offer reported in the region of $3.5 million. The figure sat well below RSL's valuation of the 22-year-old, and the club has signaled it wants to keep him.

Why it matters: Luna is one of Real Salt Lake's most important players and a rising USMNT international, making him central to the club's plans rather than a sale candidate at that price. Rejecting a below-valuation bid signals RSL intend to build around him rather than cash in during the window.

By the numbers: Luna, 22, has earned 18 caps for the United States men's national team. The rejected bid was reported at roughly $3.5 million, described by sources as well under RSL's asking price.

What to watch: Watch whether Monterrey return with an improved offer closer to RSL's valuation or move on, and whether Real Salt Lake move to extend Luna's deal.

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