5 MLS Players to Watch for World Cup 2018
By Staff
Jul 4, 2014; Sandy, UT, USA; New England Revolution defender Darrius Barnes (25) and Real Salt Lake midfielder Luis Gil (21) battle for the ball during the first half at Rio Tinto Stadium. Real Salt Lake won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
Luis Gil (24)
The Generation Adidas prospect has had a tough season thus far with RSL, hampered by injuries and frustration. He could be an option to fill the Jermaine Jones role for the USMNT going forward though.
He’s a tenacious end-to-end type who should fit well in the US system. Klinsmann has already taken notice, calling him up to the senior team for a February 2014 Friendly against South Korea.