Philadelphia Union finalize $5.1 million deal to bring back Kai Wagner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:33 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Philadelphia Union have reached an agreement to re-sign defender Kai Wagner for €4.5 million ($5.1 million). This move, driven by personal reasons, comes as the Union struggle at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, accumulating just seven points from 15 games this season. Wagner returns after a stint with Birmingham City in the English third division where he performed well. A medical examination is expected soon as the club aims to strengthen its defense in time for the second half of the MLS season.
- •Philadelphia Union agree to sign Kai Wagner from Birmingham City.
- •Transfer fee is reported at €4.5 million.
- •Wagner played 238 matches for the Union before his departure.
- •Union currently sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.
- •Medical check is the final step before the move is official.
- 11:33 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia Union make $5.1 million move to bring back German defender
"It appears that Kai Wagner and the Philadelphia Union are set to reunite in the coming weeks.
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