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LAFC Signs Armindo Sieb From Bayern Through 2028-29

8/14/2026

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Summary

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LAFC signed forward Armindo Sieb from Bayern Munich on a permanent deal through 2028-29 with an option for 2029-30.
Sieb will fill an international roster slot after his International Transfer Certificate and P-1 Visa are received.
Thorrington praised Sieb’s pace and attacking skill, noting his 62 appearances with five goals at Mainz 05 and 17 goals in 66 games for Greuther Fürth, plus over 40 youth caps for Germany.

History

Historical Context

After captaining West Germany to the 1990 World Cup, Lothar Matthäus became MLS’s first high-profile German when he joined the New York MetroStars for the 2000 season, appearing in 16 matches. His move opened a pathway for European imports, a trend echoed in 2024 when LAFC signed Bayern youth international Armindo Sieb, boosting the league’s global profile.

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Story summary

LAFC signed forward Armindo Sieb from Bayern Munich on a permanent deal through 2028-29 with an option for 2029-30.
Sieb will fill an international roster slot after his International Transfer Certificate and P-1 Visa are received.
Thorrington praised Sieb’s pace and attacking skill, noting his 62 appearances with five goals at Mainz 05 and 17 goals in 66 games for Greuther Fürth, plus over 40 youth caps for Germany.

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