Pablo Mastroeni might be heading to Europe once the Winter Transfer Window opens in January of 2009. The former Miami Fusion player has made it abundantly clear as of late, that he wants to end his career in Europe.
"My mind is made up, I'm ready to go. Every soccer player wants a challenge every day." said Mastroeni earlier this year after his Colorado Rapids trounced the New York Red Bulls 4-0.
The defensive midfielder, that can also play center back, received interest from teams in La Liga (Spain), and Serie A (Italy), during the closing weeks of the summer transfer window. Pablo didn't make the jump to Europe, but all signs point to him leaving MLS once January rolls around.
The Colorado Rapids captain received calls from two teams in Spain, Paco Chaparro's Real Betis, and recently promoted, Malaga. Pablo remains confident more teams will show their interest, "I think it's going to be a question of five possibilites and picking what we think is right."
A veteran of two World Cups, Mastroeni can still be an effective defensive midfielder, although he is known to occasionally make a rash tackle or two. At 32, Mastroeni is not a long-term solution, but rather a servicable player for any side interested in his services.
What do you think of Pablo Mastroeni heading to Europe? Would he fit better in Spain or Italy? At 32, should he just consider finishing his career in MLS? Share your thoughts in the comment box.
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