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Nashville SC sign Andy Najar to contract extension

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TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS:Ā Extension

Nashville SC have signed defender Andy Najar to a contract extension through the 2026 season with an option through December 31, 2027, the club announced Wednesday.Ā 

The 32-year-old Honduran international returned to MLS ahead of the 2025 season and became an integral part of the Coyotes' squad, making 40 appearances across all competitions and tallying 3g/7a.

He was named an MLS All-Star and helped guide Nashville to the US Open Cup title, the club's first-ever trophy.

ā€œAndy was a key contributor to our club’s success last season and was rewarded with an MLS All-Star selection for his efforts,ā€ said president of soccer operations and general manager Mike Jacobs.

ā€œWe are excited to have Andy as a part of the future of our club.ā€Ā 

An MLS veteran, Najar has made 193 league appearances, spanning stints with Nashville, D.C. United and LAFC. Internationally, he has featured 65 times for Honduras, contributing 5g/2a.

"I am ecstatic to be back with the team for another season where we have so muchĀ to playĀ for,Ā and I cannot waitĀ to compete with my teammates for more trophies and to make more history for the club,ā€ said Najar.

Nashville begin the 2026 season on Feb. 21, when they host the New England Revolution (8:30 pm ET | Apple TV).

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