Portland set to sign Vincent Janssen on non-DP deal, per sources

The free transfer preserves Portland's three DP slots.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 271 min read

🇳🇱🟢 BREAKING: The Portland Timbers to sign Dutch forward Vincent Janssen, per sources Janssen, 32, won't be a DP. Joins Via @tombogert on X

What happened: The 32-year-old served as captain last season after previous spells with Tottenham and Monterrey. He became a free agent this summer.

Why it matters: Janssen gives Portland an experienced center-forward for the regular-season run-in. His non-DP status keeps the club's premium roster flexibility intact.

By the numbers: Janssen recorded 13 goals and seven assists last season, totaling 20 goal contributions.

What to watch: Portland's roster registration and Janssen's first availability date are the next markers.

Sources

@tombogert 2026-07-27T13:42:59.991558+00:00

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