The New York Red Bulls and CF Montréal completed a trade on Monday, sending wingback Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty to New York while midfielder Wiki Carmona moves to Montréal. This exchange between two promising MLS talents is part of each club’s strategy to refresh their rosters ahead of the upcoming season.
Toronto FC Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, 21, was once viewed as one of TFC’s most promising homegrown players after making his first-team debut at just 15 years old in 2020. He became the youngest player in Toronto FC history at that time, quickly earning consistent playing time over several seasons.
Marshall-Rutty’s Diverse MLS Experience and Skill Set
Before joining the Red Bulls, Marshall-Rutty appeared in 112 MLS matches across his time with Toronto FC, CF Montréal, and Charlotte FC. His 2025 loan spell at Charlotte allowed him to refine his abilities as a wingback, gaining critical game experience before returning to Montréal this winter. The Red Bulls plan to deploy him in a high-energy system that values pressing and wide attacking roles, attributes that align well with his pace and direct approach on the field.
Reuniting with Familiar Leadership in New York
Marshall-Rutty’s move to New York also marks a reunion with former Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley, who was appointed head coach of the Red Bulls this offseason. Bradley’s tenure at TFC was marked by leadership and midfield mastery, and he now collaborates with Julian de Guzman, the team’s head of sport, who is also a former Canadian national captain and TFC player. Together, they look to harness Marshall-Rutty’s potential in their evolving squad.
Wiki Carmona Joins CF Montréal as a Versatile Midfielder
Heading the opposite way, 22-year-old Wiki Carmona has solidified his role during his time with New York, appearing in 118 matches for the Red Bulls across all competitions. The Argentine-born midfielder offers tactical flexibility, capable of contributing both centrally and on the wings. Luca Saputo, CF Montréal’s Senior Director of Recruitment and Sporting Methodology, welcomed Carmona’s arrival.
“We are pleased to announce the arrival of Wikelman Carmona,”
said Luca Saputo.
“His profile will enhance our midfield options and offer our coach greater tactical flexibility. I would also like to thank Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty and wish him the best of luck in the next stage of his career.”
Luca Saputo, Senior Director of Recruitment and Sporting Methodology for CF Montréal
Trade Significance and Future Outlook
This exchange gives Montréal a young, tested MLS midfielder in Carmona, while the Red Bulls acquire a fast, experienced Canadian wingback in Marshall-Rutty despite his youth. With leadership figures like Michael Bradley and Julian de Guzman guiding the New York squad, Marshall-Rutty’s arrival signals a new chapter filled with opportunity. Both clubs aim to capitalize on these moves to strengthen their lineups as the season approaches.
