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John Nelson

27-Year-Old DefenderD
Los Angeles Galaxy
MLS
DOB 7/11/1998
Birthplace Medina, Ohio
Inks contract extension
DLos Angeles Galaxy
January 20, 2026
Nelson signed a contract extension with LA Galaxy through the 2027-28 season, with an option for the 2028-29 season, the club announced. "We are thrilled that John is choosing to continue his journey with the Galaxy. As part of our MLS Cup Championship squad in 2024 and after delivering consistent performances throughout 2025, John has proven to be a leader in our back line and an outstanding teammate. We look forward to John's continued contributions to the club in 2026 and beyond," said LA Galaxy General Manager Will Kuntz.
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Nelson has made more than 70 appearances over two seasons with the LA Galaxy, recording one goal and three assists, with his first MLS goal coming in the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs against Colorado. He also contributed defensively in 2025 with multiple strong performances, including season-high aerial duel wins, regular clearances late in the campaign, and starts in two of the Galaxy's four shutout victories across all competitions.
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Los Angeles GalaxyLos Angeles Galaxy
  1. Miki Yamane
  2. Maya Yoshida
  3. Jakob Glesnes
  4. Zanka
  5. John Nelson
  6. Carlos Emiro Garces
  7. Julian AudeOUT
  8. Mauricio Cuevas
  9. Harbor Miller
  10. Chris Rindov
  11. Ascel Essengue
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Contract option picked up
DLos Angeles Galaxy
November 11, 2025
Nelson's option for 2026 was picked up, the club announced.
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Defensive stalwart
DLos Angeles Galaxy
September 28, 2025
Nelson generated five tackles (four won), six clearances and one interception in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus Sporting Kansas City.
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Assists equalizer Saturday
DLos Angeles Galaxy
September 8, 2025
Nelson assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Houston Dynamo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 100th minute.
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Plays 72 minutes Tuesday
DLos Angeles Galaxy
April 2, 2025
Nelson (thigh) was in the starting lineup in Tuesday's CONCACAF quarterfinal first leg against Tigres and played 72 minutes confirming he has fully recovered from his injury.
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Uncertain to play Saturday
DLos Angeles Galaxy
March 27, 2025
Nelson (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Orlando City, manager Greg Vanney told Alex Ruiz of The Galactic Tribune.
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