COLUMBUS NEWS

Sean Zawadzki - Comes off injured Zawadzki was subbed off due to injury in the 91st minute of Sunday's 3-0 win versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Zawadzki was on the ground for some time in the last minutes of the match Sunday with an injury. This was his ninth league start in a row from center back, totaling 23 interceptions and 18 clearances in that span. Yevgen Cheberko could be an option to start next match if the defender is not fit to play.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The next Zelarayán? New Columbus Crew DP Diego Rossi "has his own quality" | MLSSoccer.com Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy has a message for anybody expecting new Designated Player Diego Rossi to be a like-for-like replacem...

AUGUST 17, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Columbus Crew add former MLS Golden Boot winner Diego Rossi

The Columbus Crew have acquired former MLS Golden Boot winner Diego Rossi from Fenerbahçe S

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Diego Rossi - Joins Columbus Rossi completed a transfer to Columbus from Fenerbache, Columbus announced Wednesday.

Impact Rossi is headed back to Major League Soccer with Columbus after two seasons with Fenerbache. Rossi was an MVP-candidate during his last stint in MLS with LAFC. The forward comes in to replace Lucas Zelarayan, who departed The Crew to move to the Saudi Pro League.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez - Scores brace, assists against America Hernandez scored twice and assisted once on five shots (three on target) during Monday's 4-1 win over Club America during the Leagues Cup.

Impact Hernandez has returned to the team since serving a one-match ban during league play on July 16. He has been having a great Leagues Cup tournament, scoring three goals with an assist in two matches during the group stage. The forward will look to add on to his goal scoring run with a visit from Minnesota on Friday for the Round of 32, who have conceded eight goals in the last five games.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Columbus Dispatch Lucas Zelarayan, sold earlier in the day to a Saudi club, bid farewell to Columbus Crew fans Monday night. Now, the fans wait for what might be next.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • DISPATCH.COM

Columbus Crew midfielder Zelarayan set to join Saudi side Al-Fateh Saudi Arabian side Al-Fateh SC is signing Lucas Zelarayan from the Columbus Crew, sources with knowledge of the deal have told The Athletic....

JULY 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Rudy Camacho - Traded to Columbus Camacho has been traded to Columbus in exchange for $200,000 in 2023 General Allocation Money and $200,000 in 2024 General Allocation Money, the team announced.

Impact The veteran center-back was a regular for Montreal this season either playing as a central defender or as a defensive midfielder, but now he'll join a Columbus team that has lacked defensive depth all season long. Camacho should be a regular starter for the Crew, especially after the departure of Milos Degenek and the persistent injury woes of Josh Williams.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Molino - Appears on bench Molino (undisclosed) appeared on the bench during a 2-1 Leagues Cup win over St. Louis.

Impact Molino returned to the bench after suffering a training injury that ruled him out for the final two MLS matches. The forward is now an option to return, and is back with first team following the conclusion of his injury and international duty.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yevhen Cheberko - Debuts in Leagues Cup Cheberko debuted during a 2-1 Leagues Cup win over St. Louis.

Impact Cheberko made his Columbus debut after arriving with the Crew earlier in July. The defender made his debut off the bench in the Leagues Cup and seems to be fully integrating into his new team.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crew transfer D Milos Degenek to Red Star Belgrade The Columbus Crew announced the transfer Monday of defender Milos Degenek to Serbia’s Red Star Belgrade.

JULY 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Julian Gressel - Acquired in cash deal Gressel was brought in by Columbus from Vancouver on Friday in exchange for $500,000 in General Allocation Money.

Impact Gressel made 16 starts in 18 appearances for the Whitecaps this season in which he generated three goals on 32 shots (10 on target), five assists, 105 crosses (28 accurate) and 50 corners. The leading corner taker for Vancouver, Gressel should be in the mix to steal some of the responsibilities from Lucas Zelarayan.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Zelarayan, Cucho Hernandez lead Columbus over St. Louis | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JULY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Crew acquire Julian Gressel from Whitecaps The Vancouver Whitecaps traded midfielder Julian Gressel to the Columbus Crew on Friday in exchange for $550,000 of general allocation money...

JULY 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Cucho Hernandez - Available for return Hernandez is available for selection after serving a one-match ban due to seeing a pair of yellow cards.

Impact Hernandez served a one-match ban during a 3-2 loss to Portland and is now an option to return once more. His first chance to return will be an Aug. 20 clash with Cincinnati when Columbus are back from the Leagues Cup break.

JULY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whitecaps can't come to terms with Julian Gressel, trade pending FA to Columbus The pending free agent midfielder and one of their best players has been traded to the Columbus Crew, as he desired to be closer to family

JULY 20, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

"Infinite game": Columbus Crew All-Star Aidan Morris taking his game to the next level | MLSSoccer.com Aidan Morris is a grinder.

JULY 18, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Crew, keeper Eloy Room mutually agree to part ways The Columbus Crew and Eloy Room mutually agreed to terminate the goalkeeper’s contract on Monday.

JULY 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Columbus Crew, Eloy Room reach mutual contract termination | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Mutual contract termination The Columbus Crew and goalkeeper Eloy Room have reached a mutual contract termination,...

JULY 17, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Steven Moreira - Assists in loss at Portland Moreira assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Portland Timbers.

Impact Moreira recorded his second assist of the season Saturday as he found Lucas Zelarayan in the 65th minute to tie the match at 2-2. It was the only chance he created in the match to go with one inaccurate cross and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of playing time.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jacen Russell-Rowe - Assists in loss at Portland Russell-Rowe assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Russell-Rowe made his return to MLS play Saturday after missing the past four matches to play in the Gold Cup. He marked the occasion with an assist to Lucas Zelarayan just before halftime, his first since March 25 versus Atlanta United. He finished the match with four shots (two on target), two chances created and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of playing time, his first match this season playing every minute. The only downside to his performance was a yellow card in the 72nd minute, his second booking of the season.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Zelarrayan - Scores brace in loss Zelarayan scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (five accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Zelarayan scored two goals Saturday, his fourth match this season with multiple goal contributions. He finished the match with great productions outside of the goals with four shots (two on target), five chances created, 11 crosses (five accurate) and seven corners. He now heads into the month-long Leagues Cup break with 10 goals and six assists in 20 matches.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Schulte - Concedes three in loss Schulte recorded two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Portland Timbers.

Impact Schulte conceded three goals Saturday, his fifth match this season conceding three or more. He also made just two saves, his fewest since June 11 at Chicago. Schulte and the Crew now head into the month-long League's Cup break fourth in the Eastern Conference, and will return August 20 versus FC Cincinnati.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crew look to exorcise demons in visit to Portland The Columbus Crew seek to extend their unbeaten streak to nine in a venue where they’ve never won -- while simultaneously dealing with the a...

JULY 15, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Portland Timbers vs Columbus Crew Prediction, Odds & Best Bet for MLS Match (Goal-Scoring Issues Hinder Timbers) The 2023 MLS season continues on Saturday with an exciting showdown between the Portland Timbers (5-9-8, 23 points) and Columbus Crew (10-6-...

JULY 14, 2023 • FANDUEL.COM