Pirani, 21, signed a two-year contract, with club options in 2026 and 2027, United said. His salary will not become public until the MLS Players Association posts player earnings this spring.
“We saw glimpses of Pirani’s playmaking abilities last year and we believe he has a high ceiling for development in this league,” new general manager Ally Mackay said in a statement. “He is a very technical midfielder who has the ability to unlock defenses with his vision, technical ability and passing range.”
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In 2023, Pirani appeared in 10 matches (all starts) and scored once.