January 3, 2024 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – FC Cincinnati News Release
FC Cincinnati general manager Chris Albright has bolstered the back line of the already stout Orange and Blue defense by signing what some called the crown jewel of Major League Soccer free agents this offseason and one of the most successful MLS-made players in league history.
Miles Robinson, a center back who has played for Atlanta United FC since being drafted there in 2017, has signed a contract with FCC through the 2024 season with a club option for the 2025 season. The acquisition bolsters FCC’s roster with another impact performer who would be not only an opening day starter, but an MLS Cup and Supporters’ Shield altering type addition.
Robinson, 26, was the first-ever MLS SuperDraft pick by The Five Stripes in 2017, selected second overall after he signed a Generation adidas deal out of Syracuse University. In seven seasons in Atlanta, Robinson made 150 appearances across all competitions, the third most in club history, winning the 2018 MLS Cup, the 2019 U.S. Open Cup, and the 2019 Campeones Cup.
“We are proud that Miles chose to continue his career in Cincinnati,” said Albright in a press release. “He is a defender with an elite skillset who already has an incredible amount of MLS and international experience. His personality and character are an immediate addition to our locker room and we’re thrilled to welcome him to FC Cincinnati.”
The staunch defender, 2021 MLS All-Star and two-time MLS Best XI recipient was recently named the top MLS free agent by The Athletic’s Tom Bogert. Robinson represents a major upgrade to any roster, but will now augment the FCC defense that already finished tied for second in the Eastern Conference in goals conceded last season.
The link to Cincinnati was not always clear. The Orange and Blue splashed when Robinson opened the free agency window by hosting him on a visit in the Queen City. The meeting, which included a private tour of Mercy Health Training Center and TQL Stadium with “Welcome to Cincinnati” emblazoned on the video board, publicly placed The Orange and Blue as favorites for the defender’s services.
Robinson’s other visits, if he made any, were private.
Interest from PSV Eindhoven (who currently lead the Dutch Eredivisie) surrounded him in addition to reported rumors out of Turkey from Trabzonspor of the Süper Lig popping up late in the process. It was not the first time Robinson had been linked to a European move. As a trusted…
Click Here to Read the Full Original Article at OurSports Central Major League Soccer MLS News…