Charlotte FC Extends Rising Star Idan Toklomati Through 2030

21-year-old Israeli forward commits long-term to MLS club's championship aspirations

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Charlotte FC announced a contract extension with forward Idan Toklomati, keeping the 21-year-old Israeli international with the club through the 2029-30 MLS season. The rising young talent has been a key contributor since joining in 2024, and the extension reflects the team's commitment to building a competitive roster capable of contending for titles.

Why it matters

Retaining Toklomati, one of MLS's brightest young stars, is a strategic move by Charlotte FC to solidify their roster and sustain the momentum they've built in their first few seasons in the league. As a U22 Initiative player, Toklomati's long-term presence is crucial to the club's championship ambitions.

The details

Toklomati arrived at Charlotte FC in 2024 from Maccabi Petah Tikva, initially playing with the MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Crown Legacy FC. He established himself with the first team in 2025 after the departure of striker Patrick Agyemang, contributing 13 goals and 4 assists over 36 appearances across all competitions that season.

  • Toklomati joined Charlotte FC in 2024.
  • He became a first-team regular in 2025.
  • The contract extension runs through the 2029-30 MLS season.

The players

Idan Toklomati

A 21-year-old Israeli forward who has been a rising star for Charlotte FC since joining the club in 2024.

Zoran Krneta

The general manager of Charlotte FC, who praised Toklomati's development and the club's long-term championship aspirations.

Dean Smith

The head coach of Charlotte FC, who will lead the team into the 2026 MLS season, their third year under his guidance.

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What they’re saying

“Idan is a top talent that we were able to sign at 19 and has blossomed into one of Major League Soccer's brightest talents.”

— Zoran Krneta, General Manager, Charlotte FC (theconwaybulletin.com)

“Our aim, as well as Idan's, is to win trophies for the Carolinas, and this extension is an important piece of our long-term roster-building strategy.”

— Zoran Krneta, General Manager, Charlotte FC (theconwaybulletin.com)

What’s next

Charlotte FC will kick off the 2026 MLS season on February 21 with an away game against St. Louis CITY SC, as they look to build on their progress under head coach Dean Smith.

The takeaway

By securing Idan Toklomati's long-term future, Charlotte FC has demonstrated their commitment to building a championship-caliber roster capable of contending for titles in the coming years. Retaining one of MLS's brightest young talents is a strategic move that underscores the club's ambitions.