"Puig, a product of Barcelona's famed La Masia youth academy, returned to training with the Galaxy in the fall. But the Galaxy said he had a setback in his recovery after returning to Spain for the holidays. After consulting with the club's medical staff and outside specialists, the Galaxy and Puig agreed to a second surgery. The timeline for Puig's return will not be determined until after the operation,"
"Puig had career highs for goals (13) and assists (15) in 2024, when he also led the league in touches and passes, helping the Galaxy set an MLS record with four players scoring 10 or more times. Without him, the team's possession-based attack suffered, scoring 23 fewer goals and seeing just one player, winger Joseph Paintsil, reach double figures in scoring."
"The Galaxy did not place Puig on the season-ending injury list last season, hoping he would return at some point. If doctors determine he is unlikely to play this season, it's unlikely the team would make the same mistake since shelving Puig would open up a designated-play spot. Puig, who made $5.78 million last season, the eight-largest contract in MLS, is signed through 2027."
Riqui Puig, 26, tore the ACL in his left knee in the 2024 MLS Western Conference final and missed all of 2025. The Galaxy confirmed a second surgery after Puig returned to training in the fall but suffered a setback during the holidays in Spain. The operation's timeline will determine his return. Puig posted career highs with 13 goals and 15 assists in 2024, led the league in touches and passes, and helped four Galaxy players reach double-digit goals. Without Puig the team scored 23 fewer goals and endured its worst season. Puig earns $5.78 million and is signed through 2027.
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