OFFICIAL: Portland Timbers Part Ways With Larrys Mabiala By Mutual Consent

Written by Patrick Echatah

Portland Timbers confirmed on Monday that they’ve mutual parted ways with Larrys Mabiala.

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Mabiala played for Portland Timbers for eight seasons (2017–14), where he made 179 appearances (156 starts) and scored 12 goals and provided four assists in all competitions.

“Larrys Mabiala has been nothing short of a consummate professional throughout his time with the Portland Timbers. He has had a massive influence on the culture within our group both on and off the field, and he should be celebrated by all for the impact he has had on this club,” general manager Ned Grabavoy said in a release.

“His unselfish nature in putting the team first has seen him play the unsung hero role with the Green and Gold for years. Few players in Timbers history have been as reliable in big game moments as Larrys.

“The Portland Timbers organization want to express our gratitude for his commitment over the years, and we look forward to supporting Larrys in this next phase of his life.”

Midway through the 2017 campaign, Mabiala left Turkish Super League team Kayserispor to join Portland. He is sixth in Portland’s regular-season record holder for minutes played (11,438).

“It’s been an amazing seven years here. I didn’t know what to expect when I first came here, but I was instantly surprised by how good the people of Portland are.

“The Timbers Army are always there to give us that extra energy we need playing in front of them. They are truly one of a kind and, for me, one of the biggest things that I will take out from this experience,” said Mabiala.

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