CHARLOTTE, NC (November 20, 2025) – The Charlotte Independence today announced the first round of roster decisions ahead of the 2026 season.
The following players have had options not exercised: Amal Knight, Omar Ciss, Nathan Gray, Juan David Moreno, Paolo Alcocer, Rafael Jauregui, Tumi Moshobane, Djibril Faye, Mike DeShields, Tresor Mbuyu, and Christian Chaney.
The Charlotte Independence wish all departing players the best of luck as they take the next step in their careers, both on and off the pitch.
About Charlotte Independence:
The Charlotte Independence is a Division III professional men’s soccer team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The club, founded in 2014, currently competes in USL League One and plays home games at American Legion Memorial Stadium. As part of the Queen City Soccer Club, our mission is to make Charlotte a better place to live through sports. For information on club news, season tickets and more, visit CharlotteIndependence.com.
