# Tyrell Malacia transfer to FC Cincinnati

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tyrell-malacia-transfer-to-fc-cincinnati
> Updated: 2026-09-21T16:17:01.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Former Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia, a free agent following the expiration of his contract, began training with MLS side FC Cincinnati to maintain fitness while seeking a new club. His previous tenure in England was marked by significant injury struggles, including a knee issue that sidelined him for over 500 days.

Following this trial period, FC Cincinnati officially signed the 27-year-old Dutch left-back to a contract running through June 2027, with an option for the 2027/28 season. To facilitate the transfer, FC Cincinnati acquired an international slot from St. Louis CITY SC in exchange for $200,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM). Club General Manager Chris Albright stated that Malacia’s technical and defensive qualities will provide significant value to the squad.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Tyrell Malacia joins FC Cincinnati in Major League Soccer

FC Cincinnati has signed former Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia to a contract through June 2027, following his release from the English club.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tyrell-malacia-joins-fc-cincinnati-in-major-league-soccer

### 2026-09-16: Tyrell Malacia trains with FC Cincinnati as free agent

Former Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia is training with MLS club FC Cincinnati as a free agent to maintain fitness while searching for a new team.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tyrell-malacia-trains-with-fc-cincinnati-as-free-agent

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