Countdown to the 2025 MLS SuperDraft: Who’s Got Next?
The stage is set, and the anticipation is palpable as the new college soccer prospects gear up for the moment they’ve all been waiting for — the 2025 MLS SuperDraft. With the draft just a day away, all eyes will be on the 477 players representing 150 different colleges ready to find their new homes in Major League Soccer.
San Diego FC, entering as an expansion club, has earned the prestigious honor of securing the first pick. They’ll be followed by teams that missed out on the MLS Cup playoffs, with selections determined by their points standing, starting with the lower-ranked teams up to title challengers like the San Jose Earthquakes.
Top Players to Watch in This Year’s Draft
As the MLS prepares for one of its most exciting events, it’s vital to spotlight key players poised to make a significant impact. The MLS website has compiled a list of the top prospects by position:
Goalkeeper
- Lukas Burns, Providence
- Mitch Budler, Akron
- Donovan Parisian, San Diego
- Eryk Dymora, Monmouth
- Zac Kelly, Michigan State
- Wessel Speel, Duke
- Trace Alphin, Wake Forest
Defenders
Right-sided Centre-Back
- Max Floriani, Saint Louis
- Nick Dang, Virginia
- Reid Fisher, San Diego State
- Jansen Miller, Indiana
- Noah Adnan, Stanford
- Davide Materazzi, James Maddison
Left-sided Centre-Back
- Reid Roberts, San Francisco
- Charlie Harper, North Carolina
- Ian Pilcher, Charlotte
- Josh Ramsey, Notre Dame
- Mo Cisset, Penn State
- Matthew Senanou, Xavier
Backs
Projected Midfield Stars
Containment Midfielder
- Manu Duah, UC Santa Barbara (Generation adidas)
- Joran Gerbet, Clemson
- Jefferson Amaya, High Point
- Collin McCamy, Northwestern
- Michael Sullivan, Pittsburgh
- Liam O’Gara, Wake Forest
Creative Midfielder
- Bailey Sparks, SMU
- Tommy Mihalic, Indiana
- Nick Fernandez, Portland
- Jackson Castro, Creighton
- Daniel D’Ippolito, Fordham
- Ryan Baer, West Virginia
- Roman Torres, Creighton
The Complete Player Roster: Who’s in Play?
Beyond star athletes, the draft features a deep pool of emerging talent. Here’s a glimpse at other eligible players:
- Mateo Acosta – RCB – University of Notre Dame
- Matthew Acosta – DM – University of North Carolina
- Michael Acquah – F – Syracuse University
- Joaquin Acuna – F – University of North Florida
- Nonso Adimabua – F – University of California
- Adnan Noah, CB – Stanford University
- Salvador Aguilar – F – UC Santa Barbara
The draft promises excitement, not just for the teams and prospects, but for the fans craving new talent and thrilling soccer action. Which team will strike gold with their picks? Get ready for an exhilarating SuperDraft!