LA Galaxy strikes transfer deal with Liga MX giants

The LA Galaxy has announced the completion of the transfer of midfielder Daniel Aguirre to Liga MX side Club Deportivo Guadalajara. The Galaxy will receive an undisclosed transfer fee from Chivas for Aguirre.

"Dan’s progression from Galaxy II member to regular first-team contributor is a source of pride for the Galaxy organization," said LA Galaxy General Manager Will Kuntz. "We are grateful to Dan for his service to the club and wish him the best as he continues on this next step in his journey."

Aguirre joined LA Galaxy II in April 2021, beginning his professional career in the USL Championship. During his time with Los Dos, he recorded three goals and four assists in 35 appearances (33 starts) across two seasons (2021-22). His impressive performance earned him a promotion to the first team, where he played for four seasons (2021-24), contributing two goals and five assists in 60 games (11 starts).

In the 2024 season, Aguirre made 10 appearances for the Galaxy. His most active season came in 2023, when he appeared in 25 regular-season matches (3 starts), tallying one goal and one assist.

LA Galaxy strikes transfer deal with Liga MX giants

Aguirre’s transfer to Chivas marks a significant step in his career. Moving to one of Mexico’s most storied clubs provides him with a fresh opportunity to showcase his talents on a larger stage. It’s a testament to his development and the potential the Galaxy saw in him from the beginning.

From a personal perspective, Aguirre’s journey highlights the importance of the Galaxy’s development programs. His move from Galaxy II to the first team, and now to a top-tier Liga MX club, demonstrates the efficacy of the club’s youth development strategy. The transfer also underscores the increasingly global nature of player movements in modern soccer, with talent regularly crossing borders and leagues.

As Aguirre embarks on this new chapter, LA Galaxy fans will undoubtedly follow his progress with interest. His success at Chivas could serve as an inspiration for other young players in the Galaxy’s development pipeline.

What are your thoughts on Daniel Aguirre’s move to Chivas? Do you think he will make an impact in Liga MX?