[MLS TRANSACTIONS] The inevitable breakup of La Liga champion and Champions League finalist Atletico Madrid began suddenly and surprisingly with a blockbustermove. Spanish international striker David Villa is not only the first major departure but he’s headed to Major League Soccer. An official announcement Monday confirmed that Villa,who has traveled with the Spanish national team to Washington to continue its World Cup preparations, has left Atletico for New York City FC on a free transfer.
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