Where is Cucho Hernandez from? Here's what to know about the Columbus Crew striker
The Crew made a record-breaking move when they finalized the deal to bring Colombian striker Cucho Hernandez to Columbus for a club-high $10 million transfer fee in June 2022.
Hernandez joined the Crew with a long resume, with experience in the Premier League and on the Colombian national team. And Hernandez has continued to build on his accomplishments in Columbus.
Since joining the club over two seasons ago, Hernandez has become a top offensive producer for the Crew, taking over as their leading scorer when Lucas Zelarayan was transferred to Saudi Pro League's Al Fateh in July of last season. Herandez recorded 33 goals and 19 assists during his first two seasons with Columbus, as well as being named the 2023 MLS Cup MVP.
In the first half of the 2024 season, Hernandez hit setbacks, which included a two-game team-issued suspension and a back injury that kept him sidelined for three games. Hernandez turned the year around and was named an MLS All-Star for the first time in his career.
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Where is Cucho Hernandez from?
Hernandez is from Pereira, Colombia.
How old is Cucho Hernandez?
Hernandez was born on April 20, 1999, making him 25.
What teams did Cucho Hernandez play for before arriving in Columbus?
Hernandez started his professional career in 20215 playing with Colombia-based Deportivo Pereira for two seasons.
In 2017, Hernandez joined Spain's Granada CF but would be sent on loan to play for Colombia's America de Cali. Hernandez would never play for Granada, making the move to England's Watford.
Before making his debut in the English Premier League, Hernandez spent more than four years playing for multiple other clubs on loans from Watford. Hernandez started with Spanish second-division club Huesca, then was moved up to the La Liga league in Spain, playing for Real Mallorca and Getafe CF until 2021.
Hernandez made his Premier League debut in August 2021 and played 25 games with Watford, recording five goals before being transferred to Columbus on June 21, 2022.
When did Cucho Hernandez make his Columbus Crew debut?
Hernandez made his MLS debut with Columbus on July 9, 2022, against the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field. Entering the match as a substitution at the 62-minute mark, Hernandez scored the game winning goal in the 83rd minute, pulling the Crew ahead 3-2.
How much does Cucho Hernandez make playing for Columbus Crew?
Hernandez, one of the Crew's three designed players, is making $2.886 million this season. He is the second highest paid player on the roster, behind Diego Rossi.
How long is Cucho Hernandez's contract with Columbus Crew?
Hernandez's contract with the Crew runs through 2025, with an option in 2026.
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