Marcelo Saracchi
HOU
LB
Possession Builder
Apr 23, 1998 (28)
Left
5'8"
152 lb
Houston DynamoStatus unclear due to injury
Saracchi could be sidelined Saturday versus San Jose Earthquakes due to a lower body concern, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Saracchi had been listed as non-injury out in recent weeks and now returns to the report with a lower body designation, suggesting a physical setback has emerged or a prior issue has resurfaced, with the left-back playing just 60 minutes over two games since that last absence. His availability remains unclear for a Houston defensive unit that has been managing personnel challenges throughout the season. While his potential absence would be a considerable problem for the team, Lawrence Ennali has previously done a decent job when deployed as a full-back.
Clears status report ahead of Whitecaps
Saracchi is not listed on Houston's injury report and appears set to be available for Wednesday's match against Vancouver Whitecaps, according to the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Saracchi's absence from Saturday's match against the Galaxy was tied to non injury reasons, likely related to sorting out visa paperwork following his permanent move to MLS from Boca Juniors, and his clearance now points to a resolution of that issue. He spent last season on loan at Celtic, making 27 appearances across all competitions with a goal and two assists, and his career has also included stops at Danubio, River Plate, RB Leipzig, Galatasaray and Levante before settling at Boca in 2023. Saracchi is expected to compete with Lawrence Ennali for the starting left back role now that he's cleared to feature. His debut for Houston should give the club another experienced option down the left as they push for a playoff spot.
Listed as unavailable
Saracchi (not injury related) is out for Saturday's game against the Galaxy.
Analysis: Saracchi is listed as unavailable "not due to injury", so there's a good chance he's sorting out his visa papers to be eligible. His next chance to play will come against the Whitecaps on Wednesday, Aug. 19.
Signs with Houston Dynamo
Saracchi has joined Houston Dynamo FC on a full transfer through the 2028-29 season, with club options through 2030-31, the club announced.
Analysis: Saracchi spent last season on loan at Celtic, making 27 appearances across all competitions with one goal and two assists, before returning to Boca Juniors and now making a permanent move to MLS. His career has taken him through Uruguay's Danubio, River Plate, RB Leipzig, a loan at Galatasaray, and Levante before he settled in Argentina with Boca in 2023. He gives Houston a left-back with experience across several top leagues and continental competitions as they push for a playoff spot. He will compete with Lawrence Ennali for a starting spot down the left.
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