Sporting Kansas City
Sporting Kansas City have signed defender Emir Karic from Sturm Graz. The 29-year-old Bosnian international has joined the club on a two-year contract.
What happened?
The transfer was announced on Wednesday, with Karic signing a deal through the 2027-28 season with a club option for 2028-29.
Why it matters for Sporting Kansas City
Karic brings valuable experience to the team, having played in Austria and Germany. He has tallied 7 goals and 21 assists in 343 appearances.
What comes next?
Sporting Kansas City are currently last in the Western Conference with 11 points. They will return to action on July 16 against rivals St. Louis CITY SC.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 15th in Major League Soccer, 4 pts, 1W-1D-6L from 8 games |
| Next fixture | vs St. Louis City (at home, 2026-08-20) |
The team's current form is a concern, with a recent record of LLLLW. However, with the addition of Karic and other new signings, they will be looking to turn their season around.
Sporting Kansas City have also added center back Or Blorian for the second half of the season. The Israeli international defender signed a pre-contract in February.
As the team prepares for their next match, they will be looking to Karic to bring his experience and skills to the pitch. With his winning mentality and technical traits, he is expected to be a key player for the team.
