Minnesota United FC signed midfielder Loic Mesanvi through 2025 on Friday with options for 2026 and 2027.

The 20-year-old has appeared in two MLS regular-season matches this season while on short-term call-ups from MNUFC2.

Mesanvi has recorded five goals and four assists in 35 appearances with the club’s MLS NEXT Pro affiliate.

“Loic has demonstrated good growth in his development this season and we are happy to have him join the first team on a full-time basis,” Minnesota United sporting director Khaled El-Ahmad said.

“As a club, we continue our commitment to strengthen our player pathway and Loic’s hard work and dedication, along with the efforts from his coaches, is a testament to the success and evolution of the pathway. His journey has just begun and we look forward to him continuing his growth with the club.”

A native of Togo, Mesanvi later moved to Ghana before attending high school in Minnesota.

“It’s been a long way coming. I remember watching MNUFC games years ago when I first came to the United States and I was inspired by the stadium and the fans, and I told myself that I wanted to play there and be a part of the group,” Mesanvi said.

“Being able to actually sign that contract is a proud moment for myself. I’m going to work to keep making my parents, and my family back in Togo proud. I’m looking forward to bringing energy to the group and helping the team as best as I can.”

–Field Level Media