ST. LOUIS, Mo. (Matrix Midwest) - St. Louis CITY SC announced Monday it has signed defender Jaziel Orozco through the 2028-29 MLS season.
CITY SC’s agreement with the 22-year-old Mexican American defender also comes with a club option for the 2029-30 season.
“Jazi has put in consistent performances this season, and it is clear he has a good understanding of what is being asked of him tactically,” said Corey Wray, St. Louis CITY SC Sporting Director. “Over the last six months, he has shown qualities that we value with his tactical flexibility and versatility both in and out of possession. We are excited to keep him at the club for years to come and help him continue developing as a player.”
Orozco has started in nine of 10 appearances in the MLS regular season.
He currently ranks No. 1 on the club in interceptions per 90 minutes (2.6), second in passing percentage (90%), and third in defensive contributions per 90 minutes (8.2).
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He joined the first team in the summer of 2025 after multiple stellar performances with CITY2
Last season, Orozco scored his first MLS goal in a 3-1 win over Nashville SC.
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