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Charlotte FC sign 19-year-old F Rodolfo Aloko

By Thomson Reuters Apr 10, 2026 | 3:39 PM

Charlotte FC announced the signing Friday of forward Rodolfo Aloko through June 2030.

The ​19-year-old Benin international’s contract ‌includes an option for the 2030-31 season and he will occupy a U22 Initiative roster slot.

Aloko racked ‌up ​six goals and ⁠two assists in ⁠just five matches this season with MLS Next Pro affiliate Crown Legacy FC. He was ​named the league’s Player of the Month for March.

“Rodolfo ⁠is another example ⁠of our growing list ​of young talents coming through ​our development pathway, and we are ‌happy to see him move so quickly to the first team,” general manager Zoran ⁠Krneta said.

.”.. His versatility at the forward positions with great physical attributes ⁠and ‌an extremely strong work ⁠ethic will continue to ​keep ‌his ceiling high.”

Internationally, Aloko ​has earned ⁠seven caps with Benin and helped the team reach the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

–Field ​Level Media