Red Bulls sign homegrown D Matthew Dos Santos, 17

Field Level Media|published: Fri 6th March, 13:28 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; New York Red Bulls Matthew Dos Santos (56) waits for the play to progress during the first half against Orlando City SC at Inter & Co Stadium.. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images

Red Bull New York signed 17-year-old homegrown defender Matthew Dos Santos to a first-team contract Friday.

He is under contract through the 2028-29 MLS season with options for the 2029-30 and 2030-31 campaigns.

"We're very pleased to sign Matty to a first-team contract. He's a young player who has shown strong growth through our pathway and has earned this opportunity with his commitment and performances," head of sport Julian de Guzman said. "We believe Matty has the mentality and potential to continue developing within our environment, and we're excited to support the next step in his progression."

Dos Santos started the Red Bulls' first two matches this season on short-term deals with their MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Red Bulls II and recorded one assist.

"Matty has worked hard every day to put himself in this position," head coach Michael Bradley said. "He's shown a real willingness to learn, a good understanding of what we ask from players in his role, and the character we value in this group."

--Field Level Media

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