Johnny Cardoso joined Real Betis in January, and the U.S. international has become one of the best midfielders in LaLiga. What's behind the 22-year-old's meteoric rise?
Real Betis midfielder Johnny Cardoso hopes Guido Rodriguez signs a new deal and stays. The Argentina international comes off contract this summer and is being linked with Barcelona.
In the vibrant tapestry of global football, stories of young talents rising to prominence captivate fans and pundits alike. Such is the narrative of Johnny Cardoso, the American midfielder who has taken La Liga by storm while simultaneously igniting hopes for the US Men’s National Team (USMNT).
In recent weeks, Johnny Cardoso has been linked with a move away from Real Betis, having only arrived from Brazil during the winter. The 22-year-old has made an excellent start to life in Manuel Pellegrini’s squad, and has been one of the standout midfielders in La Liga over recent months.
Real Betis midfielder Johnny Cardoso is already attracting big club interest. Cardoso joined Betis in January and has quickly settled in LaLiga. Diario de Sevilla says both Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are interested in the USA midfielder.
Few stories capture the imagination in European football transfer rumors, like a potential move from Real Betis to Barcelona or Atletico Madrid. The latest name swirling in the transfer mill is that of Johnny Cardoso, the 22-year-old American midfielder making waves in La Liga.
It’s not been an overly good season for Real Betis, although they are on course to qualify for Europe for a fourth successive season. Isco Alarcon has been the standout performer for Los Verdiblancos, but over the last few months, he has almost been matched stride for stride by Johnny Cardoso.
Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini was delighted with their 3-1 win against Athletic Bilbao. January signings Chimy Avila and Johnny Cardoso were both on the scoresheet for the victory.
Johnny Cardoso is delighted with his move to Real Betis. The USA midfielder arrived from Internacional this month and was emotional at today's signing ceremony.
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