FC Cincinnati secure services of Shakhtar Donetsk teenage star Kevin Kelsy in massive MLS transfer

Reigning MLS Supporters' Shield champions FC Cincinnati have reportedly secured the transfer of Shakhtar Donetsk teenage star Kevin Kelsy.

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• FCC targeting Shakhtar's Kelsy
• Teen dubbed 'future' of Venezuela
• How he would fit in XI

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  According to Colombian journalist Mario Alberto Sanchez, the 19-year-old and FC Cincinnati agreed to terms over a transfer on Saturday. The teenager will depart the Ukrainian side for MLS, bolstering Pat Noonan's attack instantly.

  It's unknown whether or not it is a loan or full transfer yet.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The Venezuela U23 international has nine goals in 37 appearances for the Ukrainian club over two seasons. The 19-year-old has been dubbed the 'future' of his national team, with the striker being touted as a potential breakout player for La Vinotinto at this summer's Copa America.

  Fc Cincinnati, meanwhile, are in desperate need of a consistent goalscorer this season. The reigning MLS Supporters' Shield champions lost star striker Brandon Vazquez to Monterrey in January, and nobody has stepped up to replace him yet this season.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Kelsy scored his first Champions League goal in 2023, finding the back of the net in a 3-1 loss to FC Porto.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR FCC AND SHAKHTAR?

  FCC clash with Atlanta United Saturday evening in a match between two Eastern Conference heavyweights. The Venezuelan teen and Shakhtar, meanwhile, take on Zorya Monday in the Ukrainian Premier League.