Minnesota United is pursuing a deal to bring in Julian Gressel from Inter Miami, according to GiveMeSport.
Reporter Tom Bogert termed it as “advanced talks,” but emphasized on X that there were “still details to figure out. (But) optimism something gets done.”
One source told the Pioneer Press that the effort was not advanced.
But time would be of the essence for this intra-league trade, with the MLS primary transfer window closing Wednesday night.
Gressel would be a versatile right-sided player to add to the mix. The Loons have had a strong start to the 2025 season, but right wing and central midfield are among its roster needs. Bongi Hlongwane has been the starting right wingback under head coach Eric Ramsay for a second season, but it has not been the smoothest transitions for the more attack-minded South African.
Gressel would be a more natural fit at that spot. The 31-year-old has yet to play for Miami this season. A year ago, he was a key piece on a Miami side that won the MLS Supporters Shield, putting up nine assists and one goal in 2,340 minutes in league play.
Gressel would be relatively expensive, with a guaranteed compensation of $1.09 million in 2024, according to the MLS Players Association.
Gressel has played for five MLS clubs, starting with Atlanta United in 2017, followed by D.C. United, Vancouver Whitecaps and Columbus Crew.
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