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Why a Rule Change Will Allow MLS Clubs to Spend an Unlimited Amount on Players Within the League

MLS announced new rules to roster changes for the 2025 season including a new initiative that will allow clubs to invest an unlimited amount of funds for trades. | Casey Gower-Imagn Images

Major League Soccer announced a host of new initiatives for the 2025 roster rules and regulations, including one that should help the league retain top talent moving forward.

MLS now allows clubs to use an unlimited amount of out-of-pocket funds, or cash, to trade for players. Clubs can now acquire players via trade without having to worry about using General Allocation Money or assets such as International Roster Spots moving forward. Though, there are some caveats.

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