New York Red Bulls acquire John McCarthy from LA Galaxy

TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade

RBNY receive: John McCarthy

LA receive: $150k GAM, MLS SuperDraft pick

The New York Red Bulls have acquired goalkeeper John McCarthy from the LA Galaxy, the clubs announced Friday.

In exchange for the 33-year-old veteran, the Galaxy receive $150,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM) and RBNY's third-round pick in the 2026 MLS SuperDraft. The Galaxy will also maintain a portion of McCarthy’s salary budget charge.

“John McCarthy is the embodiment of what it means to be a champion both on and off the field,” said Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz.

“Since joining the Galaxy family last winter, John has been a leader in the locker room and the community and was a key role in the Galaxy’s capture of its record sixth MLS Cup. Although it is difficult