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Los Angeles FC re-signs Canadian international defender Dejan Jakovic

Jan 16, 2019 | 1:45 PM

Los Angeles FC has re-signed Canadian Dejan Jakovic and fellow centre back Danilo Silva.

The 33-year-old Jakovic appeared in 15 regular-season games last year, reaching his 100-game and 100-start MLS milestones during the 2018 campaign.

The 32-year-old Silva, who initially joined LAFC on a six-month loan during the summer transfer window, played in 10 regular-season matches,

“Re-signing Danilo and Dejan was always part of our off-season plan, and we’re excited that both players will be returning in 2019,” LAFC GM John Thorrington said in a statement. “Danilo and Dejan add veteran leadership and experience to the group, and we’re confident they will both contribute to the success of our club.”