The Philadelphia Union acquired Colombian defender Geiner Martinez from Uruguay’s CA Juventud on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old center back is under contract through the 2027-28 season with options through 2029-30.
Martinez has four goals in 51 appearances with Juventud and Central Espanol in Uruguay. He helped Juventud earn a promotion and qualify for the 2026 Copa Libertadores.
“Geiner is a young, strong player who brings intensity and a physical presence to our backline,” Philadelphia head coach Bradley Carnell said. “The experience he’s gained through earning promotion in two consecutive seasons is valuable; he is a competitor and dedicated to defending within our identity. We look forward to getting him integrated quickly with the team.”
Our new no. 2??!#DOOP pic.twitter.com/wuLIt950fI
— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) February 3, 2026
Philadelphia opens the 2026 MLS regular season at D.C. United on Feb. 21.
–Field Level Media
