Timbers acquire Dielna from Revolution

[January 17, 2019]  The Portland Timbers acquired defender Claude Dielna from the New England Revolution for $100,000 in General Allocation Money, both teams announced Wednesday.

The 31-year-old Dielna played in 17 matches (15 starts) last season with the Revolution before falling out of favor. He didn't see any action over the final three months.

Overall, he made 28 appearances (26 starts) in two seasons with New England.

"Claude is a player we have monitored closely since his arrival in Major League Soccer over a year ago," Timbers general manager Gavin Wilkinson said in a news release. "After many discussions with the player, it is clear that he has a keen interest in this opportunity to join the Timbers and contribute to the club's success. His familiarity with the league, along with his global playing experience will be beneficial to our group."

Dielna will be counted on to help Portland account for the departure of Liam Ridgewell. The Timbers and their former captain mutually agreed to part ways last week.

--Field Level Media

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