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Emmanuel Latte Lath joins Union Berlin on season‑long loan from Atlanta United
Atlanta United has loaned Ivorian striker Emmanuel Latte Lath to German Bundesliga side Union Berlin for the entire 2026‑27 season. The agreement includes an option for Union Berlin to purchase the 27‑year‑old forward outright, with the German club assuming his full salary. Latte Lath arrived in Atlanta from Middlesbrough in 2025 after a record‑breaking $22 million MLS transfer. In his single MLS season he recorded 11 goals and four assists in 48 matches, while Atlanta United struggled with a 3‑12‑3 record.
Union Berlin announced the deal as a response to persistent offensive shortcomings, hoping Latte Lath’s speed and physicality will bolster their attack. Club officials, including sporting director Chris Henderson of Atlanta United, said the move offers the player a high‑level development environment and frees a Designated Player slot for Atlanta. The loan was confirmed alongside Union’s pre‑season preparations in Austria, where the team is focusing on limited training sessions and regeneration under coach Mauro Lustrinelli. Latte Lath’s arrival marks the fourth summer signing for Union Berlin as they aim to improve their goal‑scoring record ahead of the new Bundesliga campaign.
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Atlanta United · Chris Henderson · Emmanuel Latte Lath · Horst Heldt · Mauro Lustrinelli · Union Berlin
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Latte Lath’s market value is about €10 million.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Latte Lath earns approximately €2.8 million per year. www.getfootballnewsgermany.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Manager Horst Heldt said Emmanuel has proven his quality at a high level.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Latte Lath will join Union Berlin’s training camp in Austria on Monday.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Latte Lath previously played for Atalanta, St. Gallen, Middlesbrough and Atlanta United. www.getfootballnewsgermany.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The loan includes an option for Union Berlin to purchase Latte Lath permanently after the season. www.getfootballnewsgermany.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Union Berlin signed Emmanuel Latte Lath on loan from Atlanta United for the 2026/27 season. www.getfootballnewsgermany.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Union Berlin will assume Latte Lath’s full salary during the loan. www.getfootballnewsgermany.com