Joveljić scores 12 minutes into Seattle Sounders debut

The $6 million trade closed four days before kickoff.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 291 min read

🇷🇸 Dejan Joveljic scores 12 minutes into his Seattle Sounders debut Joveljic arrived from Sporting KC in a $6m cash tra Via @tombogert on X

What happened: The finish put the Sounders ahead 1-0. Seattle acquired Joveljić as a Designated Player on Tuesday.

Why it matters: His contract runs through June 2030 with a club option through June 2031. The immediate contribution gives Seattle an early return on its midseason investment.

By the numbers: Joveljić entered his debut with eight goals and one assist in 20 appearances for Sporting KC this season.

What to watch: Seattle must convert the early lead into three points as Joveljić settles into the attack.

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