Austin FC trades first homegrown player Owen Wolff to Sporting Kansas City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:58 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Austin FC has traded Owen Wolff, its first-ever homegrown player, to Sporting Kansas City. The Verde and Black will receive $4.5 million in the deal, with up to an additional $3.1 million based on performance incentives. Wolff, just 21, was a significant part of Austin's early development, having debuted as the youngest player in club history. The decision comes amid a broader overhaul of the team's structure following a disappointing season, which included the firing of the head coach and sporting director.
- •Owen Wolff was Austin FC's first homegrown signing.
- •He joined the Austin FC Academy in September 2021.
- •The trade includes a sell-on percentage for future transfers.
- •Wolff debuted at just 18 years old, becoming the youngest in club history.
- •Austin FC has fired its head coach and sporting director this season.
- 10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Austin FC deals first homegrown player
"ust a few years ago, it appeared that Owen Wolff would be a centerpiece of a talented and success Austin FC squad for seasons to come with his dad, Josh, as the head coach.
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