Cade Cowell joins Liga MX side Chivas de Guadalajara

Cade Cowell has become the latest American talent to make the move to Liga MX this winter.

Cowell has joined Chivas de Guadalajara on a permanent deal from the San Jose Earthquakes, both clubs announced. The 20-year-old signed a homegrown contract with San Jose in January 2019 and played for the first team over the past five seasons.

“We want to thank Cade for everything he has given to the San Jose Earthquakes,” said Quakes general manager Chris Leitch, “To be able to witness firsthand his exponential growth and development as a player and person both on and off the field over the years has been an absolute joy. He’s made an indelible impression on the club and we wish him and his family nothing but success in his next chapter.”

Cowell scored 10 goals and tallied 15 assists in 104 appearances for the Earthquakes. He was named to the 2021 MLS All-Star Team and also set several club records during his time in San Jose.

Internationally, Cowell has earned eight caps for the U.S. men’s national team, scoring one goal. He also was a key part of the USMNT U-20’s run at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2023, leading the team with three goals.

He joins fellow USMNT teammate Brandon Vazquez as the latest MLS product to move to Liga MX.

Chivas de Guadalajara suffered quarterfinal elimination during the Liga MX Apertura season last year. They recently began their Clausura schedule with a 1-1 league draw with Santos Laguna.