On July 25, 2026, the New England Revolution announced the acquisition of English winger Jack Harrison from Leeds United FC, signing him to a Designated Player contract that will last through the 2029-30 MLS season, pending the receipt of his P-1 visa and international transfer certificate.

Harrison's Impressive Career

At 29 years old, Harrison boasts 11 years of professional experience in top leagues across England, Italy, and the United States. Throughout his career, he has made over 375 appearances, contributing 54 goals and 50 assists. His time in the English Premier League has been particularly notable, with 181 appearances and 45 goal contributions while playing for Leeds United and Everton.

Harrison was a key player for Leeds from 2018 to 2023, making 219 appearances and achieving 66 goal involvements. He played a significant role in helping Leeds secure the 2019-20 Championship title, which led to their promotion back to the Premier League. During his five full seasons with the club, he participated in at least 35 matches each year. After his time at Leeds, he spent loan spells at Everton and Fiorentina, where he made 73 appearances for Everton and recorded one goal and three assists in 22 games for Fiorentina.

Revolution's Expectations

Revolution General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer Chris Tierney expressed enthusiasm about Harrison's signing, stating, “Jack Harrison fills an important need for the Revolution as we aim to bolster our attack.” Tierney highlighted Harrison's success in both the Premier League and Serie A, emphasizing his potential to make an immediate impact with the team.

Harrison himself shared his excitement about returning to MLS, noting, “It ticked a lot of boxes that I was looking for.” He expressed his happiness about moving back to Massachusetts, a place he associates with champions in various sports, and hopes to contribute to bringing a title to the city.

With Harrison's extensive experience and proven track record, the Revolution are optimistic about his ability to enhance their offensive capabilities as they look to make a significant impact in the upcoming season.