Overview
- Vancouver announced on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, that Johnson signed a contract through the 2029–30 season with a club option for 2030–31.
- Johnson, 21, was the 15th overall pick from the 2025 MLS SuperDraft after playing at the University of North Carolina.
- He has totaled 68 appearances across all competitions for the Whitecaps with one goal and five assists.
- Sporting director Axel Schuster praised Johnson’s rapid progress and the player said he is excited to keep contributing to the club.
- The extension follows Johnson’s role in recent team success, including a fourth straight Canadian Championship and a Western Conference title, and fits an MLS pattern of locking young talent to preserve continuity and transfer value.