The New York Red Bulls moved fast to secure the services of free-kick specialist Juninho Pernambucano on a free transfer from Vasco da Gama. The Brazilian and former Lyon superstar is now 37 years of age, and though his stamina and mobility have taken a knock, his experience and distribution of the ball continues to be quite impressive.
What makes this move a no-brainer for the Red Bulls is that Juninho will not take up a designated player spot—it’s a risk definitely worth taking. Theirry Henry and Tim Cahill will benefit tremendously from his acquisition, watch out for the trio to form a dangerous partnership. The Brazilians quality from set-pieces is top-notch and could easily become the best in the league, now that David Beckham has ended his MLS career.
Juninho has the potential to be the signing of the season and a major coup for New York.
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