St. Louis CITY SC has inked academy forward Mykhi Joyner to an MLS Homegrown contract. Joyner initially joins on an MLS NEXT Pro deal for the remainder of the 2024 season before transitioning into the MLS Homegrown status through 2028, with a club option for 2029. This move sees Joyner join Caden Glover, Miguel Perez, and Tyson Pearce as the club’s latest Homegrown signings.
Joyner’s journey to the senior squad includes a short-term loan stint from St. Louis CITY2, the club’s MLS NEXT Pro team. He is set to be available for their upcoming MLS fixture against Seattle Sounders FC at Lumen Field on Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. CT.
Reflecting on this development, St. Louis CITY SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel expressed pride in nurturing and elevating local talent within the organization. Joyner’s promotion underscores the club’s commitment to fostering homegrown players, showcasing his progression since joining the club in 2022.
Having excelled in the MLS NEXT Pro league, Joyner has been pivotal in CITY2’s campaign, helping them lead the Western Conference with an impressive 11-3-2 record. His standout season includes leading the team with nine goals and contributing one assist in 14 appearances. Notably, Joyner marked his professional debut for CITY2 with a goal against Tacoma Defiance, and his recent performance against LAFC2, where he netted two goals and an assist, has positioned him as a contender in the golden boot race.
Joyner, hailing from Bloomington, Illinois, has amassed a total of 27 appearances, 10 goals, and one assist for CITY2, highlighting his rapid development and potential within the St. Louis CITY SC framework.
Transaction Details: St. Louis CITY SC signs academy forward Mykhi Joyner to an MLS Homegrown contract, following his successful tenure in MLS NEXT Pro.