LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo confirmed that the club will not extend Javairô Dilrosun’s loan from Club América. The Dutch winger, who scored twice in eight matches for LAFC, will return to Mexico, with his future at Club América uncertain.
LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo has confirmed that the club will not extend the loan of Dutch winger Javairô Dilrosun from Club América, marking the end of his brief stay in Major League Soccer. Dilrosun, who joined LAFC earlier this year ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, will now return to Mexico, though his future at Club América remains uncertain.
Dilrosun’s Short-Lived MLS Journey
Dilrosun featured in six MLS matches, scoring twice, but was not able to make a significant impact on the pitch. Despite a solid start, including a goal in LAFC’s 2-1 win over New England Revolution, his time with the club was marred by limited playing time, with his final match coming in the 1-0 loss to the Portland Timbers. Cherundolo spoke highly of the winger’s contributions, noting, “It was a pleasure having him. He’s got about an hour left with us before he becomes an opponent.”
Return to Club América and Possible Transfer
Dilrosun’s return to Club América is not without complications. The 27-year-old is not in the plans of head coach André Jardine and is expected to be moved on. Club América, which currently holds Dilrosun’s contract, is also looking to offload him to free up a non-homegrown player slot for potential reinforcements.
LAFC had a $5 million purchase option on Dilrosun but opted not to activate it, signalling the end of his short tenure with the club.
What’s Next for LAFC and Dilrosun?
Looking ahead, LAFC will debut in the Leagues Cup next Tuesday, facing Mazatlán FC. Meanwhile, Dilrosun’s future is likely to be elsewhere, as he looks for a new club that fits his ambitions. His brief but eventful time in Los Angeles now concludes with the winger returning to Club América, but questions remain over where he’ll end up next.
