St. Louis CITY sign defender Lukas MacNaughton

The 30-year-old Canadian center back joins the expansion club on a multi-year deal.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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St. Louis CITY SC have signed defender Lukas MacNaughton in free agency, the club announced on Tuesday. The 30-year-old Canadian center back is under contract through June 2027 with an option for the 2027–28 MLS season. MacNaughton spent last season with D.C. United, scoring one goal in 11 appearances across all competitions. He has previous MLS experience with Nashville SC and Toronto FC.

Why it matters

As an expansion club, St. Louis CITY SC is building its roster from the ground up. The signing of veteran defender Lukas MacNaughton provides important depth and experience to the team's backline as they prepare for their inaugural MLS season.

The details

MacNaughton, a 30-year-old Canadian center back, joins St. Louis CITY SC on a multi-year deal after spending the 2025 season with D.C. United. During his time with D.C. United, he made 11 appearances across all competitions and scored one goal. Prior to that, he had MLS experience with Nashville SC and Toronto FC, totaling 59 regular-season appearances over his career.

  • St. Louis CITY SC announced the signing of Lukas MacNaughton on February 10, 2026.
  • MacNaughton's contract with St. Louis CITY SC runs through June 2027, with an option for the 2027–28 MLS season.

The players

Lukas MacNaughton

A 30-year-old Canadian center back who has previous MLS experience with D.C. United, Nashville SC, and Toronto FC.

Corey Wray

The sporting director of St. Louis CITY SC, who praised MacNaughton's integration with the team and his valuable MLS experience.

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What they’re saying

“Lukas integrated himself really well with the team both on and off the field during preseason camp. He brings valuable MLS experience and has a strong understanding of what we are asking defensively.”

— Corey Wray, Sporting Director, St. Louis CITY SC (mlssoccer.com)

What’s next

St. Louis CITY SC will open their inaugural MLS season on February 21, 2026, at home against Charlotte FC.

The takeaway

The signing of veteran defender Lukas MacNaughton is an important step for expansion club St. Louis CITY SC as they build their roster and prepare for their first MLS season. MacNaughton's experience and defensive abilities will be crucial in helping the team establish a strong backline.