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BOURNEMOUTH, England — Premier League club Bournemouth has signed 18-year-old American defender Matai Akinmboni from DC United. The center back who made his Major League Soccer debut at age 15 signed a long-term deal though neither club disclosed financial terms of the transfer. The 6-foot-3 Maryland native has represented the United States at several youth levels. In all, he made 17 appearances for the MLS team including 10 in 2024.
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Toronto FC forward Ayo Akinola goes airborne after attempting a shot on goal against D.C. United defender Matai Akinmboni during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, in Washington. - AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File
