FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Revolution have completed a trade, sending midfielder Olger Escobar’s Homegrown Priority Rights to CF Montréal in exchange for $125,000 in 2025 General Allocation Money (GAM). An additional $50,000 in conditional GAM may be earned if specific performance-related criteria are met. New England also retains a percentage of Escobar’s future sell-on rights.
Escobar’s Journey with the Revolution
A native of Revere, Mass., Escobar joined the Revolution Academy in 2018 and rapidly established himself as a standout player:
- Revolution Academy Success: Named the 2022-23 Revolution Academy Player of the Year, Escobar played a key role in leading the Under-19 team to back-to-back MLS NEXT Cup Championships.
- Revolution II Contributions: Between 2023-2025, Escobar recorded 34 regular season appearances (12 starts) with Revolution II, ranking among the top contributors in MLS NEXT Pro.
- 2025 Season: Logged 87 minutes across four substitute appearances and scored his first professional goal on March 28, contributing to a 4-0 win over Toronto FC II.
International Achievements
On the international stage, Escobar represents Guatemala, earning:
- Senior Caps: Seven appearances with one goal and two assists.
- Youth Levels: Featured prominently at the Under-17, Under-18, and Under-20 levels for Guatemala.
Revolution’s Upcoming Match
The Revolution, currently on a hot streak with two consecutive victories, will travel to face MLS leaders Charlotte FC this Saturday, April 26.
How to Follow the Match:
- Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Watch: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV app, available in English and Spanish)
- Listen: Local radio calls on 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM) and 1260 Nossa Radio USA (Portuguese)
Transaction Details
- Date: April 23, 2025
- Trade Terms:
- $125,000 in GAM for 2025
- Up to $50,000 in conditional GAM, based on performance-related criteria.
- Retention of percentage of future sell-on rights.
- Completion: Prior to the close of the 2025 MLS Primary Transfer Window.
