Austin FC sign free-agent defender Jon Bell | OneFootball

By MLSsoccer staff

TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing

Austin FC have signed defender Jon Bell via free agency, the club announced Tuesday. He is under contract through June 2028 with an option for the 2028-29 MLS season.

Bell is entering his sixth MLS season after stints with the New England Revolution (2021-22), St. Louis CITY SC (2023) and Seattle Sounders FC (2024-25). He's contributed 3g/2a in 61 MLS appearances.

Bell has played twice for Jamaica, including at the 2024 Copa América. 

“Jon is a versatile defender who is familiar with MLS and capable of playing in different positions on the backline,” said Austin sporting director Rodolfo Borrell. “He is a good addition to our defensive group and we welcome him to Austin.”

Austin FC made the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs in 2025 during their first season under head coach Nico Estévez, bowing out in a Round One Best-of-3 Series vs. LAFC.

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