Belal Halbouni Injury: Signs new contract with Vancouver

Halbouni (knee) has agreed to a new deal to remain with Vancouver Whitecaps until June 2027, with an option for the 2027/28 season, the team announced Friday.

Halbouni didn't have his option picked up for 2026 but ultimately secured a new contract, looking to play a role in the Whitecaps' rotation for the upcoming campaign. Over his nine league starts in 2025, he averaged 3.4 clearances, 0.7 tackles and 0.6 interceptions per game while earning three clean sheets, although he closed the year in deficient form and suffered a knee injury. He's expected to remain in contention with Mathias Laborda and Tristan Blackmon at center-back.