LA Galaxy sign Uruguay defender Caceres on free transfer

(Reuters) - Major League Soccer (MLS) side LA Galaxy have signed Uruguay defender Martin Caceres for the remainder of the 2022 regular season with an extension option for one more year, the Los Angeles-based club said on Wednesday.

The former Juventus player has joined Galaxy on a free transfer following a six-month spell with Spanish side Levante.

"Martin is a highly experienced and versatile defender that brings leadership, strong mentality and more championship pedigree to our team," LA Galaxy coach Greg Vanney said.

"We look forward to quickly integrating him into the group for the final phase of the season."

The 35-year-old has won more than 100 international caps, helping Uruguay to a 3-0 win over Paraguay in the 2011 Copa America final.

Caceres has played in three World Cups, recently making 10 appearances as he helped Uruguay qualify for their 14th tournament.