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D.C. United Signs Veteran Goalkeeper Sean Johnson Through June 2027

Toronto's decision to decline his 2026 option signals a shift toward developing 25-year-old Luka Gavran.

Aug 30, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto FC goalkeeper Sean Johnson (1) makes a save against CF Montreal in the second half at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • D.C. United announced a one-and-a-half-year contract for the 36-year-old goalkeeper that runs through June 2027.
  • Johnson confirmed his Toronto FC exit in a social media farewell on Tuesday after the club declined his 2026 option in October.
  • The move addresses D.C. United's goalkeeping depth as last season's starter Luis Barraza is a free agent, with Jordan Farr and Kim Joon Hong under contract.
  • Johnson delivered a standout 2025 with 111 saves, a 1.32 goals-against average and seven shutouts, and he is the fourth MLS player to reach 100 regular-season clean sheets.
  • Toronto is positioning Gavran as a lower-cost successor following a 6-14-14 season, with reported 2025 salaries of US$1,063,125 for Johnson and $128,475 for Gavran.