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Player Details

Name

Giles Barnes

Height

5' 10"

Weight

181 lbs

Date of Birth

8.5.1988 (35)

Birthplace

London, England

Position

Midfielder

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Update: The Rapids made the news official on Friday evening.

Ex-Orlando, Houston forward Giles Barnes signs with Liga MX side Club Leon

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Giles Barnes with a Shot on Target vs. FC Dallas

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Giles Barnes with a Shot on Target vs. New England Revolution

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Giles Barnes with a Shot on Target vs. Portland Timbers

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Lucky ball, lucky socks for Giles Barnes | Beat the Pro pres. by Heineken

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D.C. United 1-2 Orlando City | 4-Minute Highlights

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GOAL: Giles Barnes rifles home a loose ball in the box

Career Summary

Option declined following 2018 season.

The Houston Dynamo's leading scorer in 2013 and 2014, Barnes is an explosive forward/attacking midfielder with set-piece ability and English Premier League experience. With sprinter's speed, Barnes can be a one-man counterattack. He mainly plays right below the center forward with freedom to find the game, but can also play out on either wing. He'll be looking to revive his career in Colorado after an unsuccessful stint in Liga MX with Club Leon.

OUTSIDE MLS: Made his Derby County debut at 17 years old spent 4 years with the club as a consistent starter during their time in the premier league. He then helped West Bromwich Albion gain promotion to the premier league where he played for them until transferring to Doncaster Rovers FC.

INTERNATIONAL: More than 15 caps for Jamaica in Gold Cup, Copa America and World Cup Qualifying competition ... Had made 12 appearances -- with seven goals -- for England U-19 national team