Real Salt Lake announced their year-end roster decisions on Thursday, keeping much of their core roster that booked a fifth straight Audi MLS Cup Playoffs appearance in 2025.

Eight players had their contract options picked up, most notably midfielder Braian Ojeda . The Paraguay international featured in 30 league matches this past season, and remains a locked-in starter for Pablo Mastroeni's side.

Defenders Brayan Vera , Alex Katranis and Noel Caliskan are also returning. They all played just under 2,000 regular-season minutes in 2025.

As for departing players, veteran forward Johnny Russell is again a free agent. The Scotsman scored twice in 12 matches during his lone season with RSL.

Goalkeeper Zac MacMath and forward William Agada are both out of contract. MacMath was

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