Crew acquire D Andres Herrera via loan from River Plate

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The Columbus Crew acquired defender Andres Herrera via loan on Tuesday from River Plate of Argentine Primera Division.

The loan will run through next summer for the Crew, who then will have the option to retain Herrera on a permanent transfer.

"Andres is a talented player, recently helping one of South America's most prestigious clubs lift multiple trophies," Crew g