FC Dallas has officially signed midfielder Chris Cappis and forward Sam Sarver to first-team contracts, bolstering their roster with a blend of European experience and homegrown talent.
Cappis, a Katy, texas native, returns to MLS after a successful stint in Europe. His initial move to MLS was blocked in 2018 by the Houston Dynamo due to territorial rules, but FC Dallas has now acquired his rights. The club paid the Dynamo $100,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM) for 2025 and another $100,000 in GAM for 2026 to secure the transfer.During his nearly seven years abroad, Cappis made 163 appearances for clubs including Hobro IK, Brondby, Viking, and Molde, participating in two Europa League campaigns. The 6’1″ midfielder has also represented the United States at the U18, U20, and U23 levels, earning call-ups to two US Men’s National team camps. Cappis is under contract through 2027, with a team option for the 2028 season.
Sam Sarver, a recent standout for North Texas SC, has earned his first-team contract with FC Dallas. Sarver recently scored four goals for north texas SC before contributing to FC Dallas by winning a penalty in a separate match. Having utilized his allotted first-team call-ups from MLS NEXT Pro, the Ohio-born forward has now secured a permanent spot on the senior squad. Sarver was drafted from Indiana University in January, where he recorded 24 goals and 22 assists.The 22-year-old has already made a significant impact in MLS NEXT Pro, tallying 14 goals and three assists. FC Dallas coach Quill highlighted Sarver’s positive influence on team morale during a challenging period. Sarver’s initial contract with North Texas SC was for one year with a team option for 2026.his new FC Dallas contract extends through 2026, with options for the 2027 and 2028 seasons.
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Samuel Sarver
Preferred Name: Sam Sarver
Connect with Sarver: X | instagram
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 03/03/2003
Birthplace: Chesterland, Ohio
Nationality: United States
Height: 5’10″
Weight: 155 lbs.
last Club: North Texas SC
Transaction: FC Dallas signs forward Samuel Sarver from North Texas SC to a deal through 2026 with options for 2027 and 2028.
Christian Jaeger Cappis
Preferred Name: Chris Cappis
Pronunciation: CAP‑iss
Connect with Christian: Instagram
Position: midfielder
Date of Birth: Aug. 13,1999
Birthplace: Katy,Texas
Nationality: USA