Nashville SC 's Walker Zimmerman era has ended, as the veteran center back is out of contract and will explore free agency.

Zimmerman helped lead Nashville since their 2020 expansion season, arriving in a blockbuster trade from LAFC . The five-time MLS Best XI honoree, four-time MLS All-Star and two-time MLS Defender of the Year featured in 172 matches (all competitions), the fifth-most in club history.

The USMNT defender's departure opens a Designated Player roster spot. Nashville's remaining two DPs are forwards Hany Mukhtar and Sam Surridge , who combined for 40 goals and 17 assists during the 2025 regular season.

Nashville have also moved on from goalkeeper Joe Willis , another foundational piece for the club's first half-dozen MLS seasons. The 37-year-old made 205 ap

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