One of the USA’s best young soccer talents is on his way to Spain.
U.S. men’s national team right-back Alex Freeman is reportedly set for a move to Villarreal, according to The Athletic’s Tom Bogert.
The 21-year-old defender is set to make the jump to Spain’s LaLiga after becoming a breakout talent for MLS side Orlando City. His versatility in the back-line earned him an All-Star selection in 2025 and Young Player of Year honors. His six goals were tied for most among MLS defenders.
Freeman has become a reliable roster call-up for USA manager Mauricio Pochettino. FOX Sports soccer insider Doug McIntyre projects him to be part of the 26-man roster for the USA at the 2026 World Cup.
The son of former NFL star Antonio Freeman, he also earned 11 caps with the USA and was part of the squad that reached the Gold Cup final earlier this summer.