LAFC Signs Cengiz Ünder, Official Announcement Coming Soon | OneFootball

The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) isn’t wasting any time. As soon as Kike Olivera’s exit became a reality, the front office jumped into action, quietly sealing a deal for Cengiz Ünder on loan from Fenerbahçe. The guy’s got talent and could immediately raise the bar for LAFC’s attack.

But let’s get real for a second. Ünder’s a gifted player, no doubt. He’s got solid experience in top leagues, having played for Roma, Leicester, and Olympique Marseille. Now, he’s making his way to the MLS as a piece that could really level up the offense. The catch? He’s not exactly in the best form of his career. At Fenerbahçe, he couldn’t lock down a starting spot, and his performance didn’t exactly scream "elite."

Now, though, Ünder’s getting a fresh shot in a growing league. That’s where LAFC’s gamble comes in. He’s got speed, a strong shot, and that lethal left foot, but he’s got to rediscover the magic that once made him one of Turkey’s brightest prospects.

Kike Olivera might not have been a star, but he was solid, a dependable piece in the lineup. His departure signals that LAFC is looking for more, and Ünder’s walking in with a bit more swagger, he’s got a bigger reputation. The big question is whether he’ll adjust quickly to LAFC’s style and fit into their system.

If this move works out, LAFC could have found a gem. The guy’s got the technical chops, and if he can show that on the field, LAFC stands to benefit big time. But if he’s just another player who can’t get his head in the game, it’s gonna be a costly mistake. This is a calculated risk, no doubt. The loan with an option to buy gives LAFC room to evaluate, but let’s be honest, no one’s gonna pour money and time into this without expecting a return.

The competition’s getting tougher every year, and every move matters. Cengiz Ünder’s coming in with one mission: prove he’s still got it. If he does, LAFC might have pulled off one of the smartest moves of the season. If not, it’ll just be another gamble gone wrong in a league that doesn’t take kindly to mistakes.