LAFC Forward Denis Bouanga Inks New Deal Through 2028

Los Angeles FC has secured prolific striker Denis Bouanga with a contract extension running through 2028, with an additional option for the 2029-30 season. The 31-year-old has set franchise records with 105 goals and 43 assists since joining the club in 2022.

Los Angeles FC has locked up their star striker Denis Bouanga with a new contract that will keep him with the team through the 2028 season.

The club made the announcement Wednesday, revealing the agreement also contains a team option for the 2029-30 campaign for the 31-year-old forward.

Since joining LAFC in 2022, Bouanga has earned MLS All-Star honors and Best XI recognition for three consecutive seasons. The prolific scorer has netted a club-record 105 goals while adding 43 assists across 155 matches in all competitions.

Bouanga played a key role in LAFC’s championship run in 2022, helping the team capture both the Supporters’ Shield and MLS Cup. He holds the unique distinction of being the only MLS player to record three consecutive seasons with 20 or more goals.

LAFC co-president and general manager John Thorrington praised the extension, stating: “At this club, performance matters. Denis has delivered at an elite level with historic consistency since the day he arrived, and he has helped us win multiple trophies. This new contract reflects that. We’re proud of what he’s accomplished here and are motivated to continue building on that success together.”

The forward wasted no time making his mark this season, contributing one goal and one assist in LAFC’s commanding 3-0 victory over reigning MLS Cup champions Inter Miami in their season opener last Saturday.

Bouanga expressed his appreciation for the new deal, saying: “I’m grateful to LAFC for the trust they’ve shown in me. From the beginning, my family and I have felt at home in Los Angeles. It’s an honor to represent this club and our supporters every time I put on the jersey. I believe in what we are building here, and I’m motivated to keep improving, winning more trophies, and helping this club reach even higher.”

The French-born player represents Gabon on the international stage, where he has scored 17 goals in 53 appearances for his country.