Colorado Rapids

Colorado Rapids trade midfielder Bryan Acosta to Portland Timbers FC

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. — The Colorado Rapids have acquired $150,000 in 2023 General Allocation Money (GAM) from Portland Timbers FC in exchange for midfielder Bryan Acosta, the club announced today. The Rapids would also receive up to $175,000 in 2024 GAM if certain performance and roster-based metrics are met during the remainder of the 2023 MLS season.

“We want to thank Bryan for his work and commitment to our club during his time with the Rapids and wish him all the best in this next stage of his career,” said Colorado Rapids President Pádraig Smith.

Acosta joined the Rapids as a free agent ahead of the 2022 MLS season after being selected by the club in the 2021 MLS Re-Entry Draft. The 29-year-old made 45 appearances for the Rapids, recording two assists, across all competitions during his two seasons with the club.

TRANSACTION: Colorado Rapids acquire $150,000 in 2023 GAM and up to $175,000 in conditional 2024 GAM in exchange for midfielder Bryan Acosta.