Georgetown junior Josh Yaro, college soccer’s premier defender and the possible No. 1 pick in the MLS draft, is in contract negotiations with the league while also weighing options in Europe, his legal representative said Friday.
Soroosh Abdi, a Seattle-based attorney and agent, described talks with MLS as “positive.”
“MLS has shown a lot of good faith,” he said, “but they are aware of opportunities overseas.”
Several draft experts predict Yaro would be the first selection, if he signs with the league. The Chicago Fire holds the top pick, followed by the Colorado Rapids and Philadelphia Union.