Timbers sign MF Diego Chara to three-year extension
The Portland Timbers signed midfielder Diego Chara to a three-year extension through the 2024 season, the team announced Friday.
The 35-year-old team captain is entering his 12th season with Portland. He is the team's all-time leader with 310 matches played.
Chara made $650,000 in base salary last season when he helped the Timbers reach the MLS Cup before they fell to New York City FC.
"We are delighted to extend Diego