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New York City FC sign D Tayvon Gray to extension

By Thomson Reuters Aug 26, 2026 | 11:17 AM

By Field Level Media

Aug 26 (Field Level Media) – New York City FC signed homegrown defender Tayvon Gray ​to a contract extension on Wednesday.

The ‌24-year-old Bronx native is locked up through the 2028-29 MLS season with an option for 2029-30.

“We’re delighted to have Tayvon continue ‌with ​New York City FC,” ⁠sporting director Todd Dunivant ⁠said. “Tayvon has established himself as an important member of our club and as a top right-back in the ​League. His lockdown defensive mentality is what sets him apart, and we ⁠look forward to ⁠having Tayvon continue to play ​a key role with the club moving ​forward.”

Gray has three goals and 15 assists ‌in 175 appearances across all competitions with NYCFC since 2020.

He helped the team win the MLS Cup in ⁠2021 and the Campeones Cup in 2022.

“I’m grateful and honored to continue my journey with ⁠New York ‌City FC,” Gray said. “This ⁠is my club, and I’m ​proud ‌of everything we’ve accomplished together, ​but I’m ⁠hungry for more. I want to keep winning, continue helping this group, and be part of this next chapter as we look ahead to Etihad Park.”

(–Field ​Level Media)