Following Edwards’ departure, the LA Galaxy now has a lone left-back on the squad, causing the club to actively seek a replacement. According to reports, talks have begun between the Galaxy and Junior FC’s 25-year-old left-back, Edwin Herrera, over a possible move to the SoCal club.

Herrera, who won Colombia’s Clausura with Junior FC on December 13th, played a brief but significant role in the club’s victory, coming off the bench for three minutes and converting his penalty in the decisive shootout.

Sources close to Herrera’s camp confirmed to The Galactic Tribune that the LA Galaxy had made him an offer. However, the proposal fell short of Herrera’s expectations, leaving his representatives waiting for a fresh proposal. Negotiations between the two parties have currently come to a halt with no further progress.

The 25-year-old left-back recently completed his most productive season, contributing one goal and three assists this calendar year. Herrera has 110 league games in Colombia and has previously played for Colombia’s youth national teams, demonstrating his pedigree and experience at all levels.

With prospect Julian Aude acting as the team’s only other left-back, the Galaxy’s pursuit of Herrera highlights their desire to sign an experienced player in his prime. The Galaxy’s search for a seasoned left-back aligns with their plan to strengthen their defensive options and keep a competitive edge as they prepare for the upcoming season.

The outcome of negotiations between the LA Galaxy and Edwin Herrera’s camp could define the club’s efforts to fortify their squad and fill the void left by Edwards’ departure, demonstrating the Galaxy’s commitment to securing a player of Herrera’s caliber to strengthen their defensive line.