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Seattle Sounders sign defender Ryan Sailor | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Seattle Sounders FC have signed defender Ryan Sailor via free agency, the club announced Wednesday. The Uni...

DECEMBER 18 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Ryan Sailor - Signs with Sounders Sailor signed a contract with Seattle through the 2026 season, with a club option through June of 2027, the club announced. "Ryan is a defender we've been familiar with for a long...

Impact Sailor was drafted ninth overall by Miami in the 2022 MLS SuperDraft and made 24 appearances in his first season, followed by 20 additional appearances across all competitions from 2023 to 2024, including one goal in the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, and five appearances in 2025 as Miami won its first MLS Cup. Prior to turning professional, he made 49 appearances for the University of Washington from 2017 to 2021, scoring 10 goals and three assists, including six goals and two assists during his 2021 senior season. Sailor is joining Sounders as a free agent and will aim to find some playing time in the MLS after a difficult season for the midfielder due to injuries.

DECEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Max Anchor - Officially signed by Seattle Anchor was officially signed by Seattle to a contract through the 2026 season, with club options through June of 2027 and for the 2027-2028 season after being claimed off End-of-Ye...

Impact Anchor has been officially signed by the Sounders after being claimed off End of Year Waivers on Friday. The young goalie will serve as a developmental depth option at goalkeeper for Seattle after gaining consistent minutes at the reserve and Canadian Premier League levels. Anchor's goal will be to push for a roster spot with the aim of developing alongside veteran Stefan Frei, who is staying at the club through the 2027 season.

DECEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Club América reportedly interested in Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas

Club América have begun shaping their roster for the Clausura 2026 and have identified Obed Vargas as a potential reinforcement for their mi...

DECEMBER 17 • goal

Club América reportedly interested in Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas

Hassani Dotson - Signs with Seattle Dotson has signed with Seattle out of free agency, according to his new club.

Impact Dotson is returning to MLS play after entering free agency this season, ending his time with Minnesota and signing with Seattle until the 2027/28 season, with an option for the 2028/29 campaign. This comes after he only started in five of his 12 appearances last season, struggling with an injury for much of the campaign. He will then look to return to a starting role he had held in previous seasons, starting in 29 of his 30 appearances in 2024.

DECEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders sign midfielder Hassani Dotson | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Seattle Sounders FC have signed midfielder Hassani Dotson via free agency, the club announced Tuesday. Dots...

DECEMBER 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Seattle Sounders re-sign goalkeeper Stefan Frei | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed Seattle Sounders FC have re-signed veteran goalkeeper Stefan Frei through June 2027, the club announced M...

DECEMBER 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Stefan Frei - Not done with Sounders Frei signed a new contract with Sounders FC through June of 2027, the club announced. "We're very pleased to have Stef sign a new contract with the club. He is a Sounders legend wh...

Impact Frei is the club's all-time leader in appearances across all competitions and has helped Seattle win six major trophies while reaching the playoffs 11 times since 2014. He was named MLS Cup MVP in 2016 and has also earned MLS All-Star honors, Goalkeeper of the Year finalist recognition, and Concacaf Champions Cup Player of the Tournament honors during his career. Frei ranks among the top goalkeepers in MLS history in appearances, wins, shutouts, and saves, and is one of the few players to surpass 400 all-competition appearances with a single club. He started every regular-season match in 2025, posting eight shutouts and a 1.19 goals-against average while continuing to anchor Seattle's back line. His contract extension will be key for the Sounders to retain his leadership and instill the mindset they want to pass on to the youngsters integrating into the team.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Max Anchor - Claimed off waivers by Seattle Anchor was claimed off End-of-Year Waivers by Seattle on Friday, giving the club the right to extend him a contract and retain first refusal if terms are not agreed, the club annou...

Impact Anchor profiles as a developmental depth option at goalkeeper after gaining consistent minutes at the reserve and Canadian Premier League levels. His limited MLS experience suggests he is unlikely to compete immediately for a starting role but could push for a roster spot depending on Seattle's offseason plans in goal. The move gives the club flexibility heading into the 2026 MLS campaign while allowing Anchor a potential pathway into a deeper first team environment. The 21-year-old spent his entire development and early professional career with Vancouver, making one MLS appearance and starting 38 matches for WFC2 before a 2025 loan with Pacific FC.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

2026 Concacaf Champions Cup draw: 9 MLS teams learn opponents | MLSSoccer.com The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup bracket is set after Tuesday's draw. Seven of the nine MLS qualifiers learned their Round One opponent, whil...

DECEMBER 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Seattle Sounders transfer Danny Leyva to Club Necaxa | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Transfer Seattle Sounders FC have transferred midfielder Danny Leyva to LIGA MX side Club Necaxa, the club announce...

DECEMBER 9 • MLSSOCCER.COM

2026 World Cup Matches in Seattle: Start Times, Dates, Locations

Here is everything we know about the World Cup matches in Seattle, including dates, start times and locations.

DECEMBER 8 • FOX SPORTS

2026 World Cup Matches in Seattle: Start Times, Dates, Locations

Andrew Thomas - First string keeper at the moment Thomas made eight starts in nine appearances for Seattle for the 2025 season.

Impact Thomas was the backup to Stefan Frei in 2025, allowing 17 goals on 29 saves in nine appearances. With Frei not returning in 2026, Thomas remains the top option at goalkeeper, unless the team signs another keeper.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Ragen - Solid year for Seattle Ragen recorded 24 starts in 27 appearances, including the playoffs, during the 2025 season for Seattle.

Impact Ragen had a solid campaign for the Sounders, however, he missed time midseason with a hamstring injury. He recorded two goals with an assist while collecting 128 clearances, 23 blocks, and five clean sheets. The defender will likely remain the team's top option at center back after three successful campaigns as a starter for the Sounders.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Reed Baker-Whiting - Only makes eight starts in 2025 Baker-Whiting recorded eight starts in 14 MLS appearances for Seattle.

Impact Baker-Whiting opened the season with a long-term injury, struggling to regain fitness, which limited him for the 2025 season, despite being called up for the U20 World Cup with the USMNT. He contributed one assist, along with 20 crosses and 17 tackles in 542 minutes of play.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Roldan - Makes 27 starts in 2025 Roldan started 27 times in 32 appearances during the 2025 season, including the playoffs.

Impact Roldan has been Seattle's most durable player since 2021, appearing in 30+ matches per year. He has tallied two assists, 60 crosses, 49 tackles (39 won), and 98 clearances. The defender enters the final year of his contract but has options for an additional year, as he remains the top right-back option for the Sounders.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Snyder Brunell - Six appearance since joining Brunell recorded three starts in six MLS appearances during the 2025 season with Seattle.

Impact Burnell joined Seattle in late August, providing midfield depth. He scored two goals in 293 minutes. The midfielder has potential for increased involvement as he enters his first full MLS season in 2026.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Leyva - Bench option in 2025 Leyva recorded six starts in 18 appearances, including the playoffs, during the 2025 season for Seattle.

Impact Leyva remained low on the Seattle depth chart, again serving as a bench option. He played 707 minutes this year, recording two assists while averaging around two chances created and 3.9 crosses per game. His future with the club is uncertain as he enters the final year of his contract in 2026.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jesus Ferreira - Appears 35 times for Seattle Ferreira recorded 30 times in 35 appearances for the Sounders, including the playoffs, during the 2025 season.

Impact Ferreira concludes his first season with Seattle, having a decent year, though falling short of his full potential. He registered four goals and six assists, along with 41 shots (19 on target) and 51 crosses (12 accurate). He has yet to reach double-digit goals since the 2023 season, as his new role with Seattle has differed from his previous experience.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Roldan - Starts 33 times Roldan recorded 33 starts in 34 appearances, including the playoffs, during the 2025 season.

Impact Roldan had another solid season for Seattle in 2025, remaining healthy while serving as the team's primary defensive center midfielder. He finished the year with one goal and three assists, while also contributing 38 chances created, 35 crosses, 51 tackles, and 51 chances created. The midfielder will return for his fourth year of a five-year contract with Seattle and is now one of the team's veteran players.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Georgi Minoungou - Only make six starts in 2025 Minoungou recorded six starts in 23 appearances during the 2025 season.

Impact Minoungou completes his second full season with Seattle, struggling to secure a starting role. He appeared in just six starts across 23 MLS appearances (including playoffs), recording a goal and three assists while averaging about five crosses, 2.7 chances created, and 3.7 shots per 90 minutes. Entering his third contract year, the midfielder aims to rise up the depth chart after two seasons as a backup attacker.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders roster update: Stefan Frei, Paul Rothrock out of contract | MLSSoccer.com Veteran goalkeeper Stefan Frei and local midfielder Paul Rothrock are both out of contract with Seattle Sounders FC and can enter free agenc...

NOVEMBER 25 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nouhou Tolo - Lands back with Seattle Nouhou's contract option for 2026 was exercised, Seattle announced.

Impact Nouhou is one of a plethora of Seattle players returning to the club after their contract options were picked up. The defender was a huge part of the defense and elite contributor last season. He made 30 appearances and 28 starts and played a huge role as he has since joining the club in 2017. Nouhou will remain a key figure for 2026.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Musovski - Returning after brilliant 2025 Musovski is returning after his contract option was picked up, Seattle announced.

Impact Musovski's contract was always going to be picked up, nobody, team nor player, expected anything like his brilliant 2025. He scored 16 goals and added 15 assists in just 1,708 minutes. Those were all career-highs by a large margin, the question now will be if Musovski can replicate that in 2026.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Kalani Kossa-Rienzi - Option exercised Kossa-Rienzi's option for 2026 was picked up, Seattle announced.

Impact Kossa-Rienzi is returning to Seattle after his option was exercised. The midfielder had a breakout campaign in 2025, making 23 appearances (15 starts) and scoring three times with two assists. It was a solid campaign all-around and a great spot to build from for 2026.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

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