Sporting KC Restructures Roster, Parts Ways with Captain Johnny Russell and Goalkeeper Tim Melia

The club initiates a major overhaul following a disappointing season, releasing several key players and preparing for future competitions.

Sporting Kansas City announced the departure of captain Johnny Russell, goalkeeper Tim Melia, defender Andreu Fontas, and midfielder Remi Walter after their contracts expired.
Johnny Russell, who joined the team in 2018, leaves as one of the franchise's top scorers with 67 goals in 232 appearances.
Tim Melia, a significant figure in the club's history, holds records for most appearances, saves, and clean sheets by a goalkeeper.
The roster changes come after Sporting KC finished 13th in the Western Conference with an 8-19-7 record, marking their second-worst season ever.
New sporting director Mike Burns is leading the team's restructuring efforts, with plans to utilize upcoming transfer windows for further improvements.