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St. Louis CITY SC has signed forward Brendan McSorley to a first-team contract that will run through the end of the 2025 Major League Soccer season, with options for 2026 and 2027. The move comes after McSorley's performances with St Louis CITY2 and appearances with the senior team.

“Brendan has been a key player for CITY2 this season, showing his maturity as a second-year pro and a relentless work ethic to improve,” said St. Louis CITY SC Technical Director John Hackworth. “He has demonstrated through his performances this year that he is ready for this opportunity and we’re looking forward to seeing his growth with the first team.”

McSorley, who was named an assistant captain for CITY2 this season, started in 23 matches and contributed to 16 goals. He played a role in helping CITY2 become the first team in MLS NEXT Pro to secure a playoff spot in 2025, contributing to their 16-4-4 record and total of 55 points.

The forward made his MLS debut in June 2024 as a substitute against Colorado Rapids. In the current season, he has appeared twice more—once against Portland Timbers and once against Orlando City SC.

McSorley is originally from New Jersey and was selected by St. Louis in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft. He becomes the twelfth player in club history to earn a first-team contract after starting with CITY2, and one of twenty-seven players who have featured for both teams.

“TRANSACTION: St. Louis CITY SC signs forward Brendan McSorley to a first-team contract through the end of the 2025 MLS season with club options for 2026 and 2027.”