Ulysses Llanez


Ulysses Llanez Jr. is an American soccer player who plays as a forward in the youth system of Bundesliga side VfL Wolfsburg.

Club career

Llanez made his professional debut for LA Galaxy II in a 0–2 loss to Phoenix Rising FC on August 6, 2017, coming on as an 88th-minute substitute for Josh Turnley.
On his 18th birthday, April 2, 2019, Llanez announced he had signed a professional contract to play for the German side VfL Wolfsburg where he currently plays on their U19 squad.

International career

Llanez was born in the United States and is of Mexican descent. He was previously called to youth training camps for the Mexican U-16 squad in 2017 but never made an appearance. Since then, he has represented the United States at the U-17, U-18, U-19, U-20, and senior levels.
A regular starter for the United States at the U-20 level, he was an integral part of the United States team at the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup. On December 30, 2019, Llanez was called up to the senior squad for the first time. On February 2, 2020, Llanez made his senior debut for United States, starting and scoring the only goal in 1–0 friendly win over Costa Rica.

International goals

No.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition
1.February 1, 2020Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, United States1–01–0Friendly