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Sebastian Berhalter close to joining Middlesbrough from Vancouver

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Sebastian Berhalter close to joining Middlesbrough from Vancouver
Summary

U.S. men’s national team midfielder Sebastian Berhalter is nearing a transfer to Middlesbrough from the Vancouver Whitecaps. Middlesbrough is reportedly set to pay a $2 million transfer fee as Berhalter, 25, moves after making 120 appearances and scoring 14 goals for Vancouver since 2022. He played in all five matches for the USMNT at the 2026 World Cup and will join former teammate Aidan Morris at Middlesbrough. Berlin's contract was due to expire following the 2026 MLS season.

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What We Know
  • •Middlesbrough finished fifth in the EFL Championship last season.
  • •Berhalter has made 18 appearances and scored two goals for the USMNT.
  • •He was named to the MLS Best XI and is a two-time All-Star.
  • •The transfer fee is reported to be $2 million.
  • •Berhalter's contract with Vancouver was set to expire after the MLS season.
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  • 6:22 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT’s Sebastian Berhalter reportedly close to transfer to Middlesbrough from Vancouver
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Berhalter played in all five matches for the USMNT at the 2026 World Cup.

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