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AZ Jackson returns to Minnesota United on loan through 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:14 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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Summary

Minnesota United has signed midfielder Aziel 'AZ' Jackson on a season-ending loan that extends through 2026. The former MNUFC player from 2021-22 returns after stints with St. Louis and Columbus Crew, among others. He is set to complete medical examinations this week before starting training with the Loons. Minnesota United kicks off the final 12-match stretch of the MLS season against Real Salt Lake on Saturday.

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•AZ Jackson played for MNUFC in 2021-22 before leaving for St. Louis.
•He was traded to St. Louis for $150,000 in GAM in 2023.
•Jackson had a notable season with MNUFC2, scoring 10 goals in 2022.
•He also spent time with Jagiellonia Białystok and Vancouver Whitecaps.
•Minnesota United starts their final MLS season stretch on Saturday.

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6:14 AMYahoo Sports — Former Loons player AZ Jackson returns on loan through 2026 season

What they're saying

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Minnesota United’s first addition via the summer transfer window is a familiar face. Midfielder Aziel “AZ” Jackson, a former MNUFC player in 2021-22, has signed with the Loons on a season-ending loan through 2026, with a purchase option for the remainder of his contract, a source told the Pioneer Press on Wednesday. The news is expected to become official Thursday. Jackson was with MNUFC four ...
— Yahoo Sports

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