Sounders sign homegrown M Snyder Brunell, 18

Field Level Media
29 Jul 2025, 23:10 GMT+10

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The Seattle Sounders signed homegrown midfielder Snyder Brunell through 2028 with an option for 2029, the club announced Tuesday.

The 18-year-old U.S. youth international has posted seven goals and nine assists in 59 matches with MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Tacoma Defiance. He also featured twice for the Sounders during the U.S. Open Cup.

'Snyder's signing is another good reflection of the club's development system,' Seattle general manager and chief soccer officer Craig Waibel said. 'He has shown steady growth through our academy and with Tacoma ... and we believe he has the qualities to succeed at the next level.'Brunell is the third Tacoma player signed by the Sounders this year, along with defender Kalani Kossa-Rienzi and forward Osaze De Rosario.

'We're looking forward to having Snyder as a full member of the first team,' coach Brian Schmetzer said. 'His maturity on the ball and work ethic have really stood out during his time with the club. Snyder has earned this opportunity, and we are eager to see his continued development.'

--Field Level Media

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