The LA Galaxy have acquired the third allocation ranking and allocation money from the Colorado Rapids in exchange for midfielder Marcelo Sarvas and an international roster spot, the club announced Thursday. Per MLS and club policy, specific terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"We thank Marcelo for all of his contributions to our team over the past three seasons," Galaxy Head Coach and General Manager Bruce Arena said in a statement. "We wish Marcelo the best of luck in Colorado."
Sarvas, 33, signed with the Galaxy in 2011, making 88 appearances with 19 goals and 9 assists as a member of the Galaxy, winning MLS Cups in 2012 and 2014. The Brazilian midfielder previously played for Liga Deportiva Alajuelense in Costa Rica.
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MLSsoccer.com reached Colorado Rapids head coach Pablo Mastroeni before confirmation of the deal.
"He is an experienced pro, he's a winner, he's a competitior, and he puts the team before himself," Mastroeni said. "We need someone that can guide these guys and I think he's one of those players that we looked to acquire."
Mastroeni added, "Marcelo fits the mold for the kind of player I like in the midfield."
Sarvas joins Dillon Powers, Marlon Hairston, and Jared Watts on the Rapids' depth chart in the center of midfield.
