The buildup to the 2024 Major League Soccer season sees teams continue to make changes to their rosters ahead of a what will without a doubt be a busy campaign.
A couple of Eastern Conference clubs have tied down key figured to new long-term deals, while a veteran defender signs with his hometown club.
Here’s all the latest MLS transfer news you may have missed.
Orlando City have re-signed Uruguay international winger Facundo Torres to a fresh contract extension, keeping him at Exploria Stadium through the 2026 MLS season with an option for 2027.
Torres was key to Orlando lifting the US Open Cup in 2022, and the 23-year-old has registered 27 goals and 13 assists in 79 appearances in all competitions since joining two years ago.
“Facu has proven himself to be such an important part of our team these last couple of years,” Orlando general manager and executive vice president of soccer operations Luiz Muzzi said in a release.
“He’s fulfilled our expectations that we set out for him at the start, showing great potential for even further growth. We’re really pleased to have him signed with us for even longer, as we strive for bigger objectives.”
Philadelphia Union have re-signed full-back Kai Wagner to a three-year deal through the 2026 MLS campaign with an option for 2027.
Wagner was heavily linked with a move back to Europe, but the 26-year-old has opted to remain in MLS with the Union.
“Kai has proven himself year after year as one of the best left backs in the league, and an integral part of our team success,” Philadelphia sporting director Ernst Tanner said in a release.
“With his consistent defending and aggressive attacking style of play, he has greatly contributed to the new milestones the team has achieved every year, and we have full confidence his continued dedication and passion for this club will continue to help us reach new heights. We’re looking forward to having Kai in Philadelphia for years to come.”
Since signing for the Union back in February 2019, Wagner has gone on to total seven goals and a whopping 32 assists in 170 appearances (seventh-most in club history). His 32 assists are second in Philadelphia history behind Sebastian Le Toux’s 46.
“I’ve been here for almost five years now and continue to grow professionally and personally. I feel highly valued here and have a great bond with the club. My family and I…
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