CITY SC finalizes 2026 roster decisions

João Klauss and Roman Bürki
João Klauss and Roman Bürki(Lucas Sellem)
Published: Nov. 25, 2025 at 10:17 AM EST

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (Matrix Midwest) - St. Louis CITY SC has finalized its end-of-season roster decision.

The club has declined 2026 contract options for Seth Antwi, Jayden Reid and Joey Zalinsky, and is still in discussions regarding potential returns for Henry Kessler, Conrad Wallem and Devin Padelford

As preparations for 2026 continue, additional roster moves are still possible.

“Coming in at this stage, my priority is to make decisions that put us in the best position to be competitive in 2026,” said Sporting Director Corey Wray. “After conversations with Hack and the coaching staff, we believe these moves give us the flexibility we need as we continue ongoing conversations and build a roster that fits our vision. We want to thank Jay, Joey and Seth for their contributions and wish them the best in their careers.”

St. Louis CITY SC’s roster under contract for 2026:

Goalkeepers (3): Roman Bürki, Christian Olivares, Ben Lundt

Defenders (7): Kyle Hiebert, Jaziel Orozco, Tomas Totland, Timo Baumgartl, Fallou Fall, Josh Yaro, Jake Girdwood-Reich (on loan)

Midfielders (8): Marcel Hartel, Tomáš Ostrák, Eduard Löwen, Célio Pompeu, Mykhi Joyner, Chris Durkin, Tyson Pearce, Miguel Perez

Forwards (6): João Klauss, Cedric Teuchert, Brendan McSorley, Sangbin Jeong, Simon Becher, Caden Glover

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