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Player Details

Name

Rafael Ramos

Height

5' 7"

Weight

148 lbs

Date of Birth

1.9.1995 (29)

Birthplace

Seia, Portugal

Position

Defender

Chicago Fire mutually part ways with defender Rafael Ramos

TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS:Departure The Chicago Fire announced on Monday that they have mutually agreed to part ways with defender Rafael Ramos. Ramos, 23, moved over to the Fire in the offseason, in a trade from Orlando City SC. This year, he made five appearances, across all competitions, for Chicago.

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Rafael Ramos (Orlando City SC) is shown the red card for violent conduct.

Career Summary

Contract terminated with Chicago on August 6, 2018.

The Portuguese right back is a technically-gifted and fiery defender. The 23-year-old will be looking for a fresh start with the Fire in 2018.

OUTSIDE MLS: Helped Benfica's U-19s to the final of the inaugural UEFA Youth League, where they fell 3-0 to Barcelona … Started five games in the tournament at right back, including all four elimination games as Benfica beat Austria Vienna and Manchester City to reach the semifinals in Switzerland, where they eliminated Real Madrid before falling in the final … Also a regular for Benfica's U-19s in Portuguese league play.

INTERNATIONAL: Ramos has experience with the Portugal U-19 team.