TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade
- HOU obtain: Aliyu Ibrahim
- CLB obtain: Up to $750k GAM
Houston Dynamo FC have acquired ahead Aliyu Ibrahim from the Columbus Crew, the golf equipment introduced Thursday.
In trade for the 24-year-old Nigerian, Columbus obtain a assured $250,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), plus a further $500k in performance-based GAM.
“We are pleased to welcome Aliyu Ibrahim back to Houston, where he played an important role during two successful seasons with our club,” mentioned president of soccer Pat Onstad. “As we proceed evolving our system this season, we want to add depth to our wingback group, and Aliyu has the qualities to thrive in that function.
“His skill to cowl floor, assault house and contribute on either side of the ball matches nicely with the expectations of our extensive gamers. We look ahead to welcoming him and his household again to the town of Houston.”
Ibrahim initially joined Columbus from Houston in April 2025, in a deal price as much as $1.2 million. He produced 3g/3g in 28 video games throughout all competitions for the Crew, however did not characteristic this season.
Ibrahim’s first stint with the Dynamo started in April 2023. He arrived from Croatian top-flight aspect NK Lokomotiva.
Ibrahim may make his Dynamo re-appearance on Saturday, when Houston host the Portland Timbers (8:30 pm ET | Apple TV).
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