 He went on to be named NSCAA All-America Second Team, All-Great Lakes Region First Team and All-MAC First team.During his time in college, Gallego also played in the USL Premier Development League for Michigan Bucks and Portland Timbers U23s.On January 15, 2014, Gallego signed a homegrown contract with MLS club Portland Timbers, making him the third homegrown signing in club history.