Zaha will occupy a Designated Player spot and international roster slot on Charlotte FC’s 2025 team.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. β Charlotte FC announced Wednesday that it acquired forward Wilfried Zaha on loan from Galatasaray for the 2025 season.Β
Zaha will occupy a Designated Player spot and an international roster slot on Charlotte FC’s 2025 team. The loan runs through Jan. 17, 2026, with an option to extend his loan through June 30, 2026.Β
Zaha, who is from the Ivory Coast, spent 10 seasons in the English Premier League, where he scored 68 goals in 305 appearances. He played for Crystal Palace, Manchester United and Cardiff City in the EPL.Β
Zaha made his professional debut at age 17 in the EFL Championship. His performance caught the eye of Manchester United, which signed him in January 2013.Β
βWilfried is a world-class talent who has proven himself at the highest level of the sport as an elite goal scorer and chance creator. His performances in the Premier League and on the international level speak for themselves and we are confident that Wilfried can make an immediate impact in Major League Soccer,β Charlotte FC general manager Zoran Krneta said in a press release. βHe provides valuable versatility in the attacking areas of the pitch and adds that little bit of magic to our front line that can help us win more games. We are delighted to add a player of Wilfriedβs pedigree and experience to our squad, and weβre excited to welcome him to Charlotte.β
