Jeong Sang-bin

  • Years with club: 2023–2025 (Traded in July 2025)
  • Position: Winger / Forward
  • Nationality: South Korean
  • Acquisition: Signed as a U22 Initiative player from Wolverhampton Wanderers on March 22, 2023

Jeong Sang-bin, a dynamic South Korean international, joined Minnesota United FC in 2023 as a U22 Initiative signing. Known for his explosive pace, direct attacking style, and versatility across the front line, he became a key attacking outlet for the Loons, particularly during the 2024 season. He holds the distinction of being the only South Korean national to ever score a brace in Major League Soccer (MLS), a feat he accomplished twice in 2024.

Key stats with Minnesota United (MLS, all competitions):

  • Total club appearances (all competitions): 82
  • Total MLS regular season appearances (2023–2025): 70
  • MLS regular season goals: 7
  • MLS regular season assists: 3
  • Departure: Traded to St. Louis City SC on July 21, 2025.

Memorable moments:

  • Historic scorer: He was the only active South Korean national in MLS during his tenure and became the first South Korean to score a brace in MLS history (achieving it twice in the 2024 season).
  • 2024 playoff push: He was instrumental in securing Minnesota’s sixth seed in the 2024 MLS playoffs, notably scoring a brace on Decision Day against St. Louis.
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers tie: Prior to joining the Loons, he was owned by English Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers and was on loan with Swiss club Grasshopper.
  • South Korea national team: He represents the South Korea national team and made his senior international debut in 2021, scoring in a World Cup qualifier.

Where is he now?:

  • Jeong Sang-bin was traded to St. Louis City SC in July 2025 for $1.6 million guaranteed in General Allocation Money (GAM) and up to $400,000 in performance-based incentives. Minnesota United also retained a sell-on percentage for any future transfer.
  • He is currently a winger/forward for St. Louis City SC, where he remains a U22 Initiative player and is under contract for the 2026 season.
  • St. Louis City picked up his option for the 2026 season in late 2025.