Osman Bukari Joins Austin FC as Designated Player

Ghanaian international winger Osman Bukari signed with MLS club Austin FC from Crvena Zvezda Belgrade, the club has confirmed via it’s official website. 

The 25-year-old Ghanaian joined the club as a Designated Player on a three-and-a-half-year guaranteed contract, extending through the 2027 season with an option for 2028. 

Bukari expressed his enthusiasm for joining Austin FC, stating: 

“I am very motivated and excited to join Austin FC. I want to do everything I can to help this team, this city, and this fanbase to achieve their goals.”

Bukari has made a significant impact during his tenure at Red Star Belgrade, contributing 25 goals and 20 assists in 78 appearances. His performance was instrumental in securing back-to-back Serbian league titles and Serbian Cups for the club. Notably, Bukari showcased his skills in the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League, scoring against Manchester City and providing crucial goals and assists.

At the international level, Bukari has been a regular for the Ghana Men’s National Team, participating in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 African Cup of Nations. He has accumulated 17 senior international caps, with three goals and two assists.

“Osman is a fast and technical winger with a proven ability to get goals and assists competing at some of the highest levels of club football,” said Austin FC Sporting Director Rodolfo Borrell. “We’re confident he will make an immediate impact for us on the pitch when he arrives and we’re delighted to have him sign for Austin FC.”

Bukari began his career with Accra Lions in Ghana before moving to Europe, where he played for AS Trenčín in Slovakia, KAA Gent in Belgium, and FC Nantes in France. His notable achievements include winning the Coupe de France with Nantes in 2022.