TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing

Vancouver Whitecaps FC have acquired defender Joedrick Pupe from Belgian top-flight side F.C.V. Dender, the club announced Thursday.

The 28-year-old Belgian native is under contract through 2027 with an option for 2028.

Before this move, Pupe tallied 2g/8a in 121 appearances at various clubs throughout Belgium. He helped Dender gain promotion last year and served as captain.

"We are in a position to compete for trophies this season, so our goal this window was to provide more options to Jesper and the team," said sporting director Axel Schuster.

"Joedrick is an athletic, technical, left-footed defender who fits our aggressive style of play. He has shown resilience throughout his career, and he brought great character and leadership as captain at Den

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