Atlanta United of the MLS is one of several teams interested in goalkeeper Lucas Hoyos, and his departure from Newell's Old Boys is considered almost certain. His contract with the club is expiring, and his continuity is viewed as difficult because the team brought back Williams Barlasina and purchased Juan Espínola in the previous transfer window. Despite being unable to play for the entire year with a knee ligament injury, Hoyos is noted for his leadership and recently returned to playing.