'Next Van Dijk' makes historic move to Portuguese giants Benfica from Louisville City
The American soccer landscape is changing massively, with the clearest indicator being Lionel Messi's pending move to Inter Miami, which is set to be completed in the coming days.
But the United States is also beginning to export exciting young talent to other leagues. On Thursday, one of the country's top defensive prospects completed a transfer to a European giant, bringing a record fee back to his club in the process.
From Louisville to Lisboa: Wynder set for Benfica
Louisville City center-back Josh Wynder turned 18 last month, and is now moving to Portugal to play for defending Primeira Liga champions Benfica.