Future at Santos Laguna
Santos Laguna announced the permanent signing of full-back Mauricio Aimar Cuevas to their first team. Born on February 10, 2003, in Los Angeles, California, Cuevas becomes the club's first reinforcement for the 2024 season.
Career in the US and Europe
Cuevas, trained at the LA Galaxy Academy, started his career with LA Galaxy II, where he solidified his football development. In 2022, he joined Club NXT, affiliated with Club Brugge in Belgium, and later returned to the Los Angeles organization to play for the MLS first team. His progression led him to represent the United States in youth categories, including the Concacaf U-20 Championship 2022 and the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2023.
Potential for the team
The young defender, capable of playing on both flanks, will add dynamism and versatility to Santos Laguna's tactics. His combination of youth, international experience, and technical skills position him as a promising asset for the club's future.
