St. Louis City Extend Midfielder Chris Durkin Through 2028

The 26-year-old has been a key part of the club's midfield since arriving in 2024.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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St. Louis City SC has signed midfielder Chris Durkin to a contract extension that will keep him with the club through June 2028, with an option for the 2028-29 season. Durkin, 26, has recorded one goal and six assists in 55 appearances for St. Louis since being traded from D.C. United before the 2024 season.

Why it matters

Retaining talented players is crucial for an expansion club like St. Louis City as they look to build a competitive roster and establish themselves in MLS. Durkin has proven to be a reliable presence in the midfield, and his leadership and work ethic are valued by the club.

The details

Durkin's new deal includes a contract extension through June 2028 with an option for the 2028-29 season. Since joining St. Louis City, the 26-year-old midfielder has recorded one goal and six assists in 55 appearances. Prior to the trade, Durkin spent six seasons with D.C. United, where he tallied six goals and 13 assists in 143 MLS regular-season matches.

  • Durkin signed the contract extension on February 25, 2026.
  • The new deal will keep Durkin with St. Louis City through June 2028, with an option for the 2028-29 season.

The players

Chris Durkin

A 26-year-old midfielder who has been a key part of the St. Louis City SC roster since arriving in a trade from D.C. United before the 2024 season.

Corey Wray

The sporting director of St. Louis City SC, who expressed the club's excitement about keeping Durkin as part of their long-term plans.

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What they’re saying

“We are extremely happy to keep a team-first player like Chris at the club for years to come. He's a reliable presence in midfield and brings a strong work ethic, professionalism, and leadership that are invaluable to our group.”

— Corey Wray, Sporting Director, St. Louis City SC (yardbarker.com)

What’s next

The contract extension will keep Durkin with St. Louis City SC through at least the 2028 season, with an option for the 2028-29 season.

The takeaway

Retaining key players like Chris Durkin is crucial for an expansion club like St. Louis City as they look to build a competitive roster and establish themselves in MLS. Durkin's leadership, work ethic, and reliability in the midfield make him a valuable asset for the club's long-term success.