Rapids transfer D Sam Vines to Belgium's Royal Antwerp

The Colorado Rapids announced the transfer Thursday of left back Sam Vines to Belgium's Royal Antwerp.

The 22-year-old U.S. Men's National Team defender heads to Europe on a three-year contract that includes a one-year option.

Vines has one goal and one assist in eight starts this season. The Colorado native has two goals and four assists in 53 games (49 starts) since making his MLS debut with the Rapids in 2018.

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