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Ruled out due to concussion Vargas didn't clear the concussion protocol and won't play Saturday against the Galaxy, manager Brian Schmetzer told media, including Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder At Heart, on Friday.

Impact Vargas seemed to be trending in the right direction and had managed to return to training, but he wasn't cleared by the medical staff, so he'll miss the matchup against the Galaxy. His next chance to return will come against Montreal on April 6, and in the meantime, Danny Leyva should remain as his replacement in central midfield.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Vargas was spotted in full training Thursday, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder At Heart reports.

Impact Vargas was spotted training on the side earlier this week, so this is clearly a step in the right direction for the young midfielder. If he ends up being cleared to play, it wouldn't be surprising if he starts against the Galaxy, as he's started and played the full 90 in the three matches he's been available for.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains on side Vargas (head) was training off to the sides Tuesday ahead of Saturday's trip to the Galaxy, per Jeremiah Oshan of Seattle at Heart.

Impact Vargas had to miss out last match with a head injury as he works back to match day form. He is still listed as questionable for Saturday, with Danny Leyva likely to start again in the center midfield for the side.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Quakes Vargas (head) is out for Saturday's trip to San Jose, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Vargas is unavailable for Saturday's clash, in a surprising twist after he took a starting role earlier in the season. With Joao Paulo (hip) also still sideline it's not clear who will take over in holding midfield.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bench role for team Vargas made just 14 starts in 21 appearances during the 2023 season with Seattle.

Impact Vargas missed a month of the season while he was with the USYNT during the U-20 World Cup. He has been gaining more starts in the MLS, but not enough to be a regular starter. The midfielder managed to record an assist with 36 tackles (22 won), 17 clearances and 14 clearances on the campaign.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to club team Vargas (not injury related) is back with the Sounders and should be available for selection against Charlotte FC this weekend, SB Nation's Jeremiah Oshan reported Tuesday.

Impact Vargas has missed Seattle's last six MLS games while competing with the U.S. Youth National Team at the u-20 World Cup, but his country was knocked out of the tournament at the quarterfinal stage and he's now returning to his club side ahead of the Charlotte match on Saturday.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Linking up with YNT Vargas has joined up with the U.S. Youth National Team for the upcoming u-20 World Cup in Argentina, meaning he'll miss up to a month of MLS action for the tournament, Seattle mana...

Impact Vargas has one assist in six MLS appearances (three starts) this season for the Sounders, but he's now set to miss at least the next five games while he's with the Youth National Team. Seattle has plenty of depth to cover for him in defensive midfield with Joao Paulo, Albert Rusnak and Joshua Atencio.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against KC Vargas made two clearances, three interceptions and won three of four tackles in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Vargas has started three of Seattle's last four MLS games in defensive midfield, but he's set to link up with the U.S. Youth National Team soon for the upcoming u-20 World Cup and is likely to miss significant time in MLS after next weekend's Houston match.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in first start Vargas assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 loss versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Vargas recorded his first career assist in the MLS after getting his first start this season. He only featured in the lineup because Joshua Atencio (groin) sat out with injury. The 17-year-old should continue his bench role for the club, but will be one of the first options to start if needed.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench in win Vargas played the final 20 minutes or so of Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Galaxy.

Impact Vargas made his second appearance of the season on Saturday after returning from international duty. He will likely continue mostly as a backup option in midfield coming off a major back injury from last year.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in training Vargas trained with Seattle on Thursday, Jeremiah Oshan reports.

Impact Vargas made a return from international duty, training Thursday back with his domestic club. The midfielder has made just a single appearance off the bench so far due to a back injury, but is now fully fit and could see more consistent playing time after making 13 appearances in 2022.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to youth national team Vargas has been called up by the U.S. u-20 National Team for upcoming friendlies on March 22, 24 and 28.

Impact Vargas is only just returning from a back injury he's been dealing with since last June, but he'll be linking up with the U.S. u-20 side during this March international window, which rules him out of Saturday's MLS clash against Sporting KC and also possibly for the Galaxy match on April 1.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active off bench Vargas (back) played 27 minutes off the bench during Saturday's scoreless draw with LAFC.

Impact Vargas made his season debut, coming off the bench for the final half hour of Saturday's draw. The midfielder was shut down due to injury early in the summer of 2022, but when fully fit could play a major role in Seattle's midfield.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against RSL Vargas (back) was not involved in Saturday's victory against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Vargas is still working his way back from a back injury that he's been dealing with for roughly nine months now. He is almost fit enough to return to the squad but there's no reason for the Sounders to rush the 17-year-old's recovery.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Vargas is expected to return for Saturday's match against Salt Lake. The midfielder missed the opener due to a back injury but is now nearing a return to the first team. Vargas made 13 appearances (10 starts) for Seattle in 2022, though the return of Joao Paulo from a torn ACL means Vargas will likely remain a backup in the Sounders' midfield for now.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for season opener Vargas (back) will not be available for Sunday's clash against the Rapids, according to Seattle's injury report.

Impact Vargas has been out since last June with a back injury that still hasn't fully healed, and he will miss the first game of the new campaign against Colorado this weekend.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Vargas (back) is in full training with Seattle to begin preseason, according to MLS reporter Niko Moreno on Tuesday.

Impact Vargas was very impressive during his brief stint as a starter last season before a season-ending back injury ruled him out from June onwards. Assuming Joao Paulo makes a full recovery from his own ACL tear, the 17-year-old Vargas will not have as big of a role in the XI in 2023, meaning there will be less pressure on the youngster and he can focus more on maintaining his fitness.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season injured Vargas (back) was not involved in the Decision Day draw against San Jose.

Impact Vargas made 13 appearances (10 starts) in his breakout campaign in MLS, taking over an injured Joao Paulo's place in the XI in early May and impressing in defensive midfield. But Vargas started dealing with back issues in late June and he has not featured at all since. The 17-year-old will just hope to be fit and available for the start of 2023, even if he would likely be the first-choice backup to Albert Rusnak and Paulo when everyone is healthy.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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