Red Bulls Acquire Defender Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty in Trade with CF Montréal

Midfielder Wiki Carmona heads to Montréal in exchange as both clubs prepare for 2026 MLS season

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Red Bull New York and CF Montréal have finalized a trade that sends 21-year-old Canadian defender Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty to New York in exchange for 22-year-old Venezuelan midfielder Wiki Carmona. The deal marks a significant roster move for both clubs as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 MLS season.

Why it matters

This trade represents an opportunity for both young players to continue developing their skills at new clubs. Marshall-Rutty, who has played for multiple MLS teams, joins Red Bull New York looking to take the next step in his career, while Carmona brings valuable experience to CF Montréal's midfield options.

The details

Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty spent last season on loan with Charlotte FC, where he recorded 1 goal and 8 assists in 112 regular-season appearances. Red Bull New York's head of sport, Julian de Guzman, expressed excitement about Marshall-Rutty's 'strong mentality and a willingness to operate.' Meanwhile, Wiki Carmona departs Red Bull New York after 5 seasons, contributing 6 goals and 6 assists in 118 games across all competitions. CF Montréal managing director, Luca Saputo, believes Carmona will strengthen their midfield and provide the coach with greater tactical flexibility.

  • The trade was announced on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • Red Bull New York will kick off their 2026 season on February 21 against Orlando City.
  • CF Montréal will start their 2026 campaign on February 21 against San Diego FC.

The players

Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty

A 21-year-old Canadian defender who has previously played for Toronto FC and Charlotte FC before joining Red Bull New York.

Wiki Carmona

A 22-year-old Venezuelan midfielder who spent the last 5 seasons with Red Bull New York before being traded to CF Montréal.

Julian de Guzman

The head of sport for Red Bull New York, who expressed enthusiasm about acquiring Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty.

Luca Saputo

The managing director of CF Montréal, who believes Wiki Carmona will strengthen their midfield options.

Michael Bradley

The new head coach of Red Bull New York.

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What they’re saying

“He is an exciting young player...and we believe this is a great spot for him to continue developing and taking the next step in his career.”

— Julian de Guzman, Head of Sport, Red Bull New York (newsy-today.com)

“His profile will strengthen our midfield options and deliver our coach greater tactical flexibility.”

— Luca Saputo, Managing Director, CF Montréal (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

Red Bull New York and CF Montréal will both kick off their 2026 MLS seasons on February 21, with Red Bull facing Orlando City and CF Montréal taking on San Diego FC. Both matches will be broadcast on Apple TV.

The takeaway

This trade represents an opportunity for both Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty and Wiki Carmona to continue developing their skills at new clubs, as they look to make an impact for their respective teams in the upcoming 2026 MLS season.