Veron pulls out of MLS move (PA SportsTicker)

 
LA PLATA, Argentina (Ticker) - Juan Sebastian Veron has performed a U-turn on a reported deal to join DC United, opting instead to remain in Argentina. [link]

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SI.com - Soccer - Arash Markazi: Veron opts to pass on MLS, D.C. United deal - Friday December 14, 2007 1:12PM

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