MLS clubs sign 12 players following the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Major League Soccer teams concluded the secondary transfer window with the acquisition of 12 players who competed in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The signings include international talent from teams such as Tunisia, Paraguay, and Canada, bringing veteran experience to various rosters. San Diego FC added Elias Achouri and Cédric Bakambu, while Inter Miami CF secured Casemiro and Matías Galarza. Atlanta United bolstered its defense and attack with Júnior Alonso and Breel Embolo, and Real Salt Lake brought in Luc de Fougerolles on loan from Fulham. Other notable moves involve David Douděra joining FC Cincinnati, Angus Gunn signing with San Jose Earthquakes, Elias Saad joining Nashville SC, and Matt Turner returning to the New England Revolution. These acquisitions follow a season where a record 45 MLS-affiliated players participated in the World Cup.
- •San Diego FC acquired Elias Achouri and Cédric Bakambu.
- •Inter Miami CF signed Casemiro and Matías Galarza.
- •Atlanta United added defenders Júnior Alonso and Paulo Díaz.
- •Breel Embolo signed with Atlanta United as a Designated Player.
- •Matt Turner returned to the New England Revolution.
- 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup to MLS: 12 summer signings you need to know
"By Ari LiljenwallThe MLS Secondary Transfer Window is over, and with it came 12 signings who competed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer.From new Designated Players to familiar names, here's the f...
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