Red Bulls sign defender Jimenez

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A Mexico Under-21 team starter, Diego Jimenez also made 26 appearances for Tecos.
A Mexico Under-21 team starter, Diego Jimenez also made 26 appearances for Tecos. (Red Bull New York)
SECAUCUS, NJ -- Red Bull New York have announced that it has signed Mexican defender Diego Jimenez to a developmental contract. Per League and club policy, specific terms of the deal were not disclosed.

"Diego will provide depth and experience to our defense and we're confident that he will compete for a starting position," said Red Bull New York Sporting Director Jeff Agoos.

Jimenez, 22, was previously with Mexican club, Tecos, for the past three years. After making his way through the Tecos youth system from 2002-04, Jimenez featured for Tecoman before being called up to the Tecos first team. Through his three seasons with Tecos, he made 26 appearances.

Born in Tepatitlan, Mexico, Jimenez was a starter for the Mexican Under-21 and Under-20 National Teams.

The Red Bulls (5-6-7, 22 pts.) will host an exhibition match against Spanish La Liga power, FC Barcelona, on Wednesday, August 6 at Giants Stadium at 7 PM ET. For tickets, call the Red Bulls at 1.877.RBSOCCER or log onto www.newyorkredbulls.com.

#29 Diego Jimenez

Height: 6-0
Weight: 160
DOB: April 7, 1986 in Tepatitlan, Mexico
Previous Club/College: UAG Tecos (Mexican First Division)
Hometown: Tepatitlan, Mexico

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