Portland, ME — August 14, 2026 — Hearts of Pine are excited to announced the signing of Argentine striker Felipe Rodriguez Gentile after his departure from EFL Championship side Preston North End.
“Felipe is a very exciting young talent,” said Bobby Murphy, “We were in competition for his signature with a number of Premier League and Championship clubs. We know he will be an exciting addition.”
Rodriguez Gentile moved to England as a teenager and was scouted by Preston North End while playing for Huyton Juniors in the Merseyside and Halewood League. He joined Preston’s youth academy in 2021 and impressed at youth level, scoring a remarkable five goals in a single FA Youth Cup match in the 2022/23 competition, ultimately finishing as joint-top goalscorer in the tournament. His performances earned him a call-up to the Argentina U17 squad preparing for the FIFA U17 World Cup. After progressing through Preston North End’s scholarship program in the EFL Championship, Rodriguez-Gentile was loaned to AFC Fylde for senior experience before signing with Hearts of Pine.
“It’s a young club with a very bright future and I would love to help the team grow,” said Rodriguez Gentile, “I’m at my best when I’m playing for the fans, so the hype and the love this club gets is a big positive for me.”
With 13 games left in the League One regular season, Rodriguez Gentile looks to bring his technical ability, creativity, and goalscoring prowess to the Portland front line.
All signings are pending league and federation approval. Keep up to date with the full 2026 Roster here. For more updates, visit the club’s website and follow the club on Instagram, X (Twitter) and Facebook.