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Meet Diego Rossi: The unheralded 21-year-old 'quarterback' who has steered Los Angeles FC's march toward the MLS Cup

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  • Diego Rossi, 21, signed for Los Angeles FC from Uruguayan side Penarol in December 2017 for a fee of $4 million.
  • He's now wanted all over Europe after an impressive two seasons at the Banc of California Stadium, in which he's managed 28 goals and 18 assists so far.
  • Here's the story of how he rose to become one of the most sought after stars in the MLS.
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Carlos Vela has been the poster boy for Los Angeles FC's ascension to MLS glory over the past two seasons.

The Mexico international broke the division's scoring record this year with his tally of 34, and was named in its "Best XI" in 2018, helping LAFC make the play-offs both years.

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