The Colorado Rapids are working hard to strengthen their roster after finishing at the bottom of the Western Conference in the 2023 MLS season. According to The Athletic, the Rapids are putting the finishing touches on a transfer for AZ Alkmaar’s attacking midfielder Djordje Mihailovic.
The deal, which is pending a medical, is expected to set a club record with a transfer fee of more than $3 million. Mihailovic will reportedly sign a Designated Player contract.
Mihailovic made his professional debut in 2017 with the Chicago Fire. He spent four years with the club, scoring seven goals in 76 matches before making his way to CF Montréal. After a couple of stellar seasons in Canada, Mihailovic secured a $6 million move to Alkmaar.
Mihailovic’s time in the Netherlands didn’t go as well as planned. He struggled to break into the starting lineup and only played in eight games in 2023-24. The 25-year-old player will end his stint with Alkmaar with 36 matches and two goals.
The Rapids plan to make several other moves ahead of the 2024 season. The MLS side is reportedly also nearing a deal with Manchester City that would see them land former USMNT goalie Zack Steffen.
