Lukas Engel
27-Year-Old
Real Salt Lake
MLS
Makes starting lineup Saturday
Engel (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Seattle Sounders.
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Engel started the season with an injury but regained enough health to feature from kickoff in the second week. The defender has been selected over Sam Junqua to feature as part of a back three alongside Philip Quinton and Justen Glad. During the previous campaign, Engel produced 52 clearances, 26 interceptions and 28 tackles while delivering two assists in 14 appearances when playing in a central spot.
Engel started the season with an injury but regained enough health to feature from kickoff in the second week. The defender has been selected over Sam Junqua to feature as part of a back three alongside Philip Quinton and Justen Glad. During the previous campaign, Engel produced 52 clearances, 26 interceptions and 28 tackles while delivering two assists in 14 appearances when playing in a central spot.
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Late call Saturday
Engel (knee) is questionable for Saturday's match against Vancouver, according to the MLS injury report.
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Signs with Real Salt Lake
Engel has been acquired by Real Salt Lake from Middlesbrough and signed a contract through December 2028, with a club option for the 2028-29 MLS season, the club announced. "Lukas fits perfectly into the culture we are building in Utah. Beyond his physical attributes and versatility, he brings a veteran voice that elevates those around him. His arrival provides us with a seasoned professional who knows what it takes to win in this league," said RSL CSO Kurt Schmid.
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Loan expires
Engel's loan to Cincinnati has expired and will return to Middlesbrough.
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Starting Sunday
Engel (undisclosed) is in the initial lineup for Sunday's match against Inter Miami.
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Subs off versus Columbus
Engel was forced to leave the field with an injury in the 63rd minute of Saturday's match against Columbus Crew.
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