2025 MLS SuperDraft top prospects by position

The 2025 MLS SuperDraft, held this Friday at 2 pm ET, offers pro hopefuls an opportunity to make the jump from college soccer to Major League Soccer.

It’s a steep jump, and with several of college soccer’s best players requiring an international spot, projecting who makes it is more difficult than ever.

Still, every draft typically unearths a handful of players that jump into big roles. Check out the rankings of top players available by position.

1. Lukas Burns, Providence
2. Mitch Budler, Akron
3. Donovan Parisian, San Diego
4. Eryk Dymora, Monmouth
5. Zac Kelly, Michigan State
6. Wessel Speel, Duke
7. Trace Alphin, Wake Forest

There’s plenty of talent available in this position. Burns played at the Philadelphia Union Academy before embarking on his career at Providence and could have his name called early.

Budler has the profile to be a successful pro in MLS: experience using the ball at his feet, a massive frame and a commanding presence between the posts.

1. Max Floriani, Saint Louis
2. Nick Dang, Virginia
3. Reid Fisher, San Diego State
4. Jansen Miller, Indiana
5. Noah Adnan, Stanford
6. Davide Materazzi, James Madison

Expect to see Floriani (pre-signed senior) get selected very early. The center back can also feature as a right back, and he has the tools to see the field.

Dang had an excellent season at UVA after transferring to the program this fall, helping the Cavaliers reach the NCAA Tournament.

1. Reid Roberts, San Francisco
2. Charlie Harper, North Carolina
3. Ian Pilcher, Charlotte
4. Josh Ramsey, Notre Dame
5. Mo Cisset, Penn State
6. Matthew Senanou, Xavier

Roberts, the West Coast Conference Defensive Player of the Year, is arguably the top left-footed defender available. He can also play as a left back.

Harper backstopped a solid UNC defense this season, while Mo Cisset, a sophomore at Penn State, played at the Olympics this summer with Mali. He’s a prime prospect to have his name called in the later stages of the SuperDraft, leaving the door open to play another season at school.

1. Tate Johnson, North Carolina (Generation adidas)
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