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St. Louis City SC acquires Damion Downs on loan from Southampton

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 7:42 PM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

St. Louis City SC acquires Damion Downs on loan from Southampton

Summary

St. Louis City SC is set to add forward Damion Downs to its roster. The United States international will join the MLS club on a loan agreement from Southampton. Downs currently competes for the English Championship side. The move brings the forward to St. Louis as the club looks to bolster its attacking options. Southampton officials have authorized the temporary transfer as part of the player's development path. The deal is expected to be finalized following standard league protocols.

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Key Details

•St. Louis City SC acquires Damion Downs on loan.
•Downs is a forward for the United States.
•The player is currently under contract with Southampton.
•Southampton competes in the English Championship.

Latest Updates

8:30 PMESPN Soccer — Sources: Saints loan USMNT's Downs to St. Louis

What they're saying

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St. Louis City SC is set to acquire United States forward Damion Downs on loan from English Championship side Southampton, a source with direct knowledge of the deal confirmed to ESPN.
— ESPN Soccerby Jeff Carlisle

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