Emmanuel Latte Lath departs Atlanta United after struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:04 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Emmanuel Latte Lath's tenure with Atlanta United is set to end after a challenging period. The former MLS record signing, who joined from Middlesbrough in February 2025, was absent in the recent 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC. Atlanta's technical director, Chris Henderson, indicated that discussions are ongoing regarding Latte Lath's future. Since his arrival, he has tallied only nine goals and three assists in 44 appearances. The team is reportedly exploring options to sign forwards from the 2026 World Cup, including Darwin Núñez and Breel Embolo. A bid from Burnley has also been submitted for the striker's services.
- •Latte Lath struggled to find form at Atlanta United.
- •He did not feature in the team's draw against Charlotte FC on July 22.
- •Atlanta United aims to replace him with World Cup forwards.
- •Burnley has made a bid for the Ivorian striker.
- 5:04 PMYahoo Sports — Former MLS-record signing to leave Atlanta United after disappointing spell
"The ill-fated Emmanuel Latte Lath era in Atlanta looks to be coming to an end.
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