TransferGet French FootballUnverified source· 23 Aug 2026
Atlanta United sign Breel Embolo from Rennes
Swiss striker Breel Embolo heads to MLS as Atlanta United's new Designated Player.
B. Embolo
player
Player
Breel Embolo
Position
Centre-forward
From
Rennes
To
Atlanta United
Status
Designated Player
What happened. MLS club Atlanta United have officially signed Switzerland international centre-forward Breel Embolo from Ligue 1 side Rennes.
- Embolo is 29 years old.
- He joins as a Designated Player.
- The deal is confirmed by Atlanta United.
Embolo will bolster Atlanta's attack in the upcoming MLS season.
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