Rani Khedira: Tunisia-Germany midfielder linked with surprise New York MLS switch

Rani Khedira, the Tunisia-Germany defensive midfielder currently at Union Berlin, is attracting interest from MLS side New York over a potential move this summer. The 32-year-old, valued at around €2 million, is being monitored as New York look to add experience and defensive stability to the heart of their midfield.

Khedira has been a central figure for Union Berlin since arriving on a free transfer from Augsburg in July 2021, helping to establish the club in the upper reaches of the Bundesliga and featuring in European competition. His top-flight pedigree is extensive, with 287 Bundesliga appearances and more than 22,000 minutes played in the division, underlining the level of reliability and durability that has appealed to New York’s recruitment team.

The midfielder, born in Stuttgart and standing at 1.88m, has also accumulated experience in UEFA competitions, including the Europa League, the Champions League and the Europa Conference League, adding further weight to his profile for a club seeking leadership in key moments. His ability to anchor midfield and protect the back line has been a consistent feature across his time in Germany’s top flight.

Khedira’s contract situation at Union is understood to be open to review, a factor that has encouraged enquiries from abroad as he enters the latter stages of his career. For now, he remains an important member of Union Berlin’s squad as the Bundesliga side prepare for the new campaign, with New York’s interest yet to progress to an advanced stage.