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Kai Wagner Rejoins Union as Designated Player
sports1 month ago

Kai Wagner Rejoins Union as Designated Player

Philadelphia Union re-sign left back Kai Wagner from Birmingham City on a contract through 2028-29 (with a 2029-30 option) and designate him as a Designated Player, completing the deal by moving to the top of the waiver order and trading $100,000 in 2026 GAM to Sporting KC for a 2026 international roster spot and the 22nd waiver position. Wagner returns to Philly after seven seasons (2019-25) with 10 goals and 54 assists in 253 matches, helping the club win the 2020 and 2025 MLS Supporters' Shields; he had 1g/3a in 18 games for Birmingham. He called returning home meaningful and is eager to contribute under interim head coach Ryan Richter.

"MLS Suspends Union's Kai Wagner 3 Games for Racial Slur Allegation"
sports2 years ago

"MLS Suspends Union's Kai Wagner 3 Games for Racial Slur Allegation"

Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner has been suspended for three games by Major League Soccer (MLS) after allegedly directing a racial slur at New England Revolution's Bobby Wood during a playoff game. Wagner immediately admitted to using the slur, leading to a lighter punishment compared to a similar incident in 2023 involving Dante Vanzeir. The suspension will carry into next season if the Union are eliminated from the playoffs before it is served. Wagner is also required to participate in education and training sessions and comply with a program directed by a league-appointed restorative practices expert.