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LA Galaxy Boosts Defense, Acquires Jakob Glesnes for $2.2M
12/16/2025
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- LA Galaxy acquired defender Jakob Glesnes from the Philadelphia Union on December 15, 2025.
- The 31-year-old Norwegian, a former MLS Defender of the Year, has been a key Union player for six seasons.
- Philadelphia will receive up to $2.2 million in General Allocation Money, with $1.1 million guaranteed.
- LA Galaxy secured the Homegrown Priority for forward Jamir Johnson, aiming to bolster a defense that conceded 66 goals in 2025.
