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Austin FC loan defender Chris Applewhite from Nashville SC

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 8:46 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Austin FC loan defender Chris Applewhite from Nashville SC

Summary

Austin FC acquired defender Chris Applewhite on loan from Nashville SC on Wednesday. The agreement for the 19-year-old US youth international runs through June 2027 and includes a purchase option. Nashville receives $50,000 in 2026 General Allocation Money as part of the transaction. Applewhite, a homegrown player who joined Nashville in 2025, has made five appearances in league play. He recently served as captain for the United States at the 2026 Concacaf U-20 Championship, helping the team qualify for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Austin interim head coach Davy Arnaud stated the club intends to foster the defender's development over the next year. Austin currently sits 14th in the Western Conference standings, while Nashville holds the lead in the Supporters' Shield race.

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By the Numbers

•Austin FC acquired Chris Applewhite on loan through June 2027.
•Nashville SC receives $50,000 in 2026 General Allocation Money.
•The loan agreement includes an option for Austin FC to purchase the defender.
•Applewhite captained the U.S. U-20 team to the 2026 Concacaf U-20 Championship final.
•The defender has recorded five appearances and two starts since joining Nashville as a homegrown player.

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8:46 PMYahoo Sports — Austin FC acquire Chris Applewhite on loan from Nashville SC

What they're saying

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By Ari LiljenwallTRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: LoanATX receive: Chris ApplewhiteNSH receive: $50k GAMAustin FC have acquired defender Chris Applewhite on loan from Nashville SC, the clubs announced Wedne...
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