COLUMBUS – Columbus Crew 2 today announced roster moves following the conclusion of the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro season. Crew 2 currently has 14 players under contract, including 10 Academy products heading into the 2026 season.
The Club exercised the options for forward Kevin Gbamblé and midfielder Nicolas Rincón.
The Club declined 2026 contract options for forward Kaïlé Auvray, defender Keesean Ferdinand, midfielder Juan Granda, forward Cristian Ortizdefender Malcom Palacios and midfielder Ibrahima Sy upon the end of the season.
The 2026 season schedule and ticketing information will be released in the coming months.
Current Crew 2 roster (listed alphabetically by position):
Goalkeepers (1): Luke Pruter
Defenders (4): Gianmarco Di Noto, Quinton Elliot, Prince Forfor, Chris Rogers
Midfielders (5): Anthony Alaouieh, Giorgio De Libera, Owen Presthus, Nicolas Rincón, Pharrell Willis
Forwards (4): Chase Adams, Brent Adu-Gyamfi, Kevin Gbamblé, Inza Koné
