Yevgen Cheberko
28-Year-Old
Columbus Crew
MLS
Joins LAFC
Cheberko was acquired by LAFC from Columbus Crew in exchange for a 2026 international roster slot, the club announced.
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Cheberko joins as a defensive reinforcement, bringing experience from one of MLS's top clubs in Columbus as LAFC look to strengthen their backline options for the remainder of the season. The Ukrainian center-back managed just three appearances and 83 minutes with Columbus this season after playing 32 matches in the previous campaign, making the move an opportunity to reignite his career and secure regular playing time in a new environment.
Cheberko joins as a defensive reinforcement, bringing experience from one of MLS's top clubs in Columbus as LAFC look to strengthen their backline options for the remainder of the season. The Ukrainian center-back managed just three appearances and 83 minutes with Columbus this season after playing 32 matches in the previous campaign, making the move an opportunity to reignite his career and secure regular playing time in a new environment.
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Plays 74 minutes in Open Cup win
Cheberko (thigh) played 74 minutes in Wednesday's 3-0 US Open Cup win over Richmond Kickers, confirming his return to full fitness for Columbus, the club posted.
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Building on fitness
Cheberko (thigh) was not included in the matchday squad for Sunday's clash against Orlando after not training sufficiently, but is expected to feature in Wednesday's US Open Cup clash against Richmond Kickers, according to coach Henrik Rydstrom, per Massive Report.
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Suffers thigh issue
Cheberko is at risk of missing the upcoming match against Atlanta because of a thigh injury, per the MLS injury report.
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Makes 32 appearances for Columbus
Cheberko made 25 starts in 35 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.
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Makes 32 appearances for Columbus
Cheberko made 25 starts in 35 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.
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