What happened: The guaranteed term now runs through the 2028 season, and the club holds options for 2029 and 2030. The move lands two weeks after FC Dallas acquired Daniel's Discovery Priority from Red Bull New York for $125,000 in General Allocation Money.

Why it matters: That sequence turns a recent discovery-rights investment into a longer roster commitment before the MLS regular season ends. It also gives FC Dallas control over Daniel's next several seasons instead of carrying a shorter decision window into the offseason.

What to watch: The next question is how quickly Daniel moves into a larger role before season's end. The option structure gives FC Dallas room to keep him longer if those minutes grow.