TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension
The New England Revolution have re-signed forward Gustavo Bou to a two-year contract extension through the 2023 season, the club announced Tuesday morning. Heāll continue to occupy a Designated Player and international roster slot.
Bou was a landmark signing early into Bruce Arenaās time in New England, joining the club in July 2019 from Liga MXās Club Tijuana. Heās since tallied 29 goals and 14 assists across 62 regular-season appearances
āGustavo has been an essential part of our team since his arrival in 2019 and he has proven to be among the leagueās most prolific attacking players,ā Arena, the clubās sporting director and head coach, said in a release. āWe are pleased to extend Gustavoās tenure here in New England and look forward to his continued contributions to our team.ā
The 31-year-old Argentine's 24 combined goals and assists in 2021 are tied for fourth in MLS. His 15 goals and nine assists proved vital en route to New Englandās first Supportersā Shield title and establishing a new MLS single-season points record (73).Ā
Bou has also formed a strong partnership with Poland international forward Adam Buksa and Spanish playmaker Carles Gil, the clubās two other DPs. He finished tied for ninth in this yearās Golden Boot presented by Audi race.