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Vancouver Whitecaps sign Johnny Selemani to homegrown contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 5:10 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Vancouver Whitecaps sign Johnny Selemani to homegrown contract

Summary

Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced the signing of forward Johnny Selemani to a homegrown contract on September 26. The 18-year-old is under contract through the 2029-30 MLS season with additional club options for the following two years. Selemani has made one start in three appearances with the first team and has recorded 4 goals and 3 assists in 34 matches with Whitecaps FC 2 in MLS NEXT Pro. This signing marks him as the 30th homegrown player to join the first team. Selemani expressed gratitude for the opportunity and recognized the support from his coaches, staff, and family.

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Key Details

•Johnny Selemani signs homegrown contract with Vancouver Whitecaps
•Contract extends through the 2029-30 MLS season
•Has one start in three first-team appearances
•Recorded 4 goals and 3 assists with WFC2 in MLS NEXT Pro
•Represents Canada at U-15 and U-17 levels

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5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Vancouver Whitecaps FC sign homegrown forward Johnny Selemani

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By Dylan ButlerTRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: SigningVancouver Whitecaps FC have signed forward Johnny Selemani to a homegrown contract, the club announced on Saturday. The 18-year-old is under contract th...
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