Dejan Joveljić acquired as Designated Player

His contract runs through 2030

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 251 min read

NEWS | We have acquired forward Dejan Joveljić as a Designated Player through 2030. 🇷🇸 Welcome to the club, Deki! 📰: h Via @SoundersFC on X

What happened: The forward joins in a $6 million cash transfer.

Why it matters: The move targets an attack with 22 goals in 20 league matches, the second-lowest total in MLS.

By the numbers: Joveljić has eight goals and one assist in 2026.

What to watch: His first matchday availability will determine how quickly he enters the lineup.

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