Nkosi Tafari News: Contract option exercised

Tafari's option for 2026 was picked up, the club announced.

Tafari will return to Los Angeles for the 2026 season after his option was exercised. The defender has been an undisputed starter in the backline for LAFC in the second part of the season, contributing to a career high 29 tackles while adding 21 interceptions and 138 clearances in 28 appearances for his new club.