Media reacts to Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez's possible move to LA Galaxy

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Thereā€™s no shortage of opinions on Javier ā€œChicharitoā€ Hernandezā€™s potential move to the LA Galaxy, a reported possible transfer from Sevilla that has social media abuzz.


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CBS Sports soccer analyst Thomas Rongen said the move would be ā€œbigger than Zlatan,ā€ referring to Ibrahimovicā€™s move two years ago, because of Los Angelesā€™ large Mexican population.


Sports Illustratedā€™s Grant Wahl said its ideal time for Chicharito to come to MLS, saying it would add spice to El Trafico showdowns with LAFC, starring El Tri teammate Carlos Vela.

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ESPNā€™s David Faitelson said Chicharito could instantly compete with Vela and Josef Martinez for the leagueā€™s Golden Boot presented by Audi.

Nico Cantor said of all the leagueā€™s big-name signings, including David Beckhamā€™s historic move to the Galaxy, Chicharitoā€™s will be the most impactful in terms of ā€œhigh-profile media.ā€ Be sure to read his full thread.

Adding to that, ESPN's Taylor Twellman and The Athletic's Paul Tenorio said the Galaxy continue to set the tone when it comes to finding influential players.