Juan Pablo Torres (soccer)


Juan Pablo Torres is an American soccer player who plays as a central midfielder for New York City FC in MLS.

Club career

Torres played for academy club, Georgia United in his native state. On July 26, 2017, he signed his first professional contract with Belgian first tier team, Lokeren. On August 26, 2017, Torres made his professional debut, when he replaced Koen Persoons in the 90th minute of the match against K.A.S. Eupen.
On January 26, 2019, Torres returned to the United States, signing for MLS side New York City FC.

International career

Torres was born in the United States to Colombian parents. Torres was called for several US Youth Teams. He was capped seven times with the U15 team and four times with the U16 and U18 teams.
On October 23, 2018, Torres was included by coach Tab Ramos in the 20-player roster chosen to represent the United States U20 team at the 2018 CONCACAF U-20 Championship where the team finished first and qualified for the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Torres performed well in the tournament and scored four goals.