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FOXBOROUGH, MA — The New England Revolution have re-acquired goalkeeper Matt Turner on loan from Olympique Lyonnais, bringing one of the most accomplished players in club history back to Foxborough.
The deal includes another purchase option, and Turner will not occupy a Designated Player slot.
New England Revolution goalkeeper Matt Turner celebrates after a win during an MLS match. © Yann Teixeira
Turner, 32, originally signed with the Revolution as an undrafted free agent ahead of the 2016 season before emerging as one of Major League Soccer’s premier goalkeepers. After working his way through the organization, he established himself as New England’s unquestioned starter, making 111 appearances across all competitions, recording 41 clean sheets, and becoming one of the most decorated goalkeepers in club history.
His breakthrough campaign came in 2021, when he played a pivotal role in leading the Revolution to their first-ever Supporters’ Shield and a then-MLS record 73-point regular season. Turner finished the year as the league’s Goalkeeper of the Year, earned MLS Best XI honors, and cemented his reputation as one of the best shot-stoppers in North America.
Those performances earned Turner a move to Arsenal ahead of the 2022-23 season, becoming one of the latest Revolution success stories to make the jump to Europe. During his time overseas, Turner also spent spells with Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, and Lyon while continuing to represent the United States on the international stage. He has remained a fixture in the U.S. Men’s National Team setup, appearing at the FIFA World Cup and establishing himself as one of the country’s most experienced international goalkeepers.
Turner, who has been with New England on loan since August 2025, will remain in Foxborough after the Revolution and Lyon agreed to another loan deal. One of the most accomplished players in club history, Turner returns as a proven leader with experience in the Premier League, European competition, and on the international stage.
New England Revolution goalkeeper Matt Turner (30) is surrounded by fans after a game between the New England Revolution and CF Montreal at Gillette Stadium on April 4, 2026. (c) Burt Granofsky
The structure of the deal is just as significant as the signing itself.
Rather than exercising the reported $3.2 million purchase option in Turner’s agreement with Lyon, New England elected to complete another loan. The decision gives the Revolution valuable roster flexibility, allowing Turner to remain eligible for a Targeted Allocation Money (TAM) roster spot instead of occupying one of the club’s Designated Player slots.
That distinction is especially important as New England navigates the summer transfer window. While it may have been possible to acquire Turner permanently without using a Designated Player slot, doing so would have required considerably more salary budget maneuvering and reduced the club’s flexibility elsewhere on the roster.
By extending the loan, the Revolution maintain the financial flexibility to pursue additional reinforcements this summer while delaying a larger transfer decision. The structure also gives the club additional leverage in future negotiations over a permanent move.
The arrangement benefits Lyon as well. With the French club continuing to navigate financial challenges, another loan provides short-term financial relief while allowing all parties to continue discussions over Turner’s long-term future without the immediate need to complete a permanent transfer.
Matt Turner (30) celebrates during New England Revolution’s 6-1 victory over FC Cincinnati. Image Courtesy of Burt Granofsky.
General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer Chris Tierney previously acknowledged those discussions, saying the Revolution were working with both Lyon and Turner to “find a deal that satisfies all parties.”
With Turner’s return now finalized, Tierney has addressed one of New England’s most significant needs entering the second half of the season while maintaining the roster flexibility to continue strengthening the squad during the summer transfer window.
For the Revolution, Turner provides an experienced presence at one of the game’s most important positions. In addition to his MLS and international pedigree, he returns to an organization where he spent six seasons, bringing familiarity with the club’s culture and expectations.
For Turner, the move represents another chapter in a remarkable full-circle journey.
After rising from an undrafted free agent to MLS Goalkeeper of the Year, earning a move to Europe, and becoming a regular with the U.S. Men’s National Team, Turner will once again wear Revolution colors as New England looks to make a push during the second half of the 2026 campaign.
New England Revolution Logo. Image Courtesy of New England Revolution.
Marko Mitrović and the New England Revolution (8-1-5, 25 pts.) return home to face Eastern Conference side Toronto FC (3-5-6, 14 pts.). The match is set to kickoff at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, July 22nd at 7:30 p.m. ET on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app.
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