Real Salt Lake Secures Ghanaian Talent in MLS Re-Entry Draft

Real Salt Lake has officially welcomed Ghanaian striker Forster Ajago to their 2025 roster, marking an exciting addition to their attacking options. The 23-year-old forward, who was picked during Stage One of the MLS Re-Entry Draft last month, joins from Nashville SC after an eventful season.

Ajago, signed through the 2025 MLS campaign with options for 2026 and 2027, expressed his enthusiasm for the move: “I’m very happy to make this move. Coming here is a beautiful opportunity for me. I’ve had a lot of teammates tell me how great this place is, how great the staff is. My idea is that it’s Utah; let’s make it home.”

The striker will join Real Salt Lake’s preseason camp starting in Santa Barbara, California, before preparing for the team’s February 19 CONCACAF Champions Cup Round One clash against CS Herediano in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Ajago’s brief spell at Nashville SC included two goals in 15 appearances, highlighted by a memorable brace during his debut in a 4-0 victory against Moca FC in last year’s CONCACAF Champions Cup. Now, he looks to bring his skillset to Utah and help Real Salt Lake make a mark in 2025.