In latest transfer comfirmation, Athletico De Madrid striker David Villa has signed with new upcoming MLS team New York City F.C. Honestly I did'nt see this coming, even with the rumours and speculation. David Villa is still a world-class player to me, so the fact that he signed for the MLS at this time is pretty exciting.
Villa is a World Cup champion, and recently just won the La Liga championship with Athletico De Madrid. As well as a European championship back in 2008 and a Champions League title in the 2010-2011season. Nicknamed "El Guaje" or "The Kid", Villa started for little teams such as Sporting Gijon, before moving to Valencia F.C. and making a name for himself. Here he spent 5 seasons, and it's here where his star started to rise. Scoring more than 100 goals for Valencia, Villa's stock soared, and it wasn't long till he started getting noticed by other soccer giants. He ended up going to Barcelona, where he helped the team win a Champions League title.
Last summer he signed for Athletico de Madrid helping them win their first La Liga title since 1996, under the managing of Diego Simeone. All in all, I'm more than happy with New York City F.C. signing. He still has a lot to give to the world of soccer, and the rivalry between New York City F.C. and New York Redbulls is going to be AMAZING! Villa vs. Henry... Enough said. Welcome to the U.S.A. Guaje!!!
