Aaron Herrera

Herrera had a solid debut season with D.C. United, recording four assists in 29 starts, the second most in his seven MLS seasons. He only kept two clean sheets, though, a significant regression after heading into the season with 38 clean sheets across 144 starts. Although there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding D.C. United's defense next season following the departures of Alex Bono, Christopher McVey and Pedro Santos, Herrera figures to be involved in the attack once again when on the pitch. He created 36 chances in 2024, eight fewer than he did during the 2021 season with Real Salt Lake where he recorded 10 assists. With last season's primary left-back/left-wing-back Pedro Santos now gone, more of the attack could build up on Herrera's side of the pitch. That, combined with hopes of an improved defensive unit, leads to some optimism that Herrera could have a more productive campaign in 2025.