San Diego FC signs Bryan Zamble from Right To Dream academy

The young Ivory Coast winger strengthens the club’s youth-driven vision ahead of the 2026 MLS season

America Covarrubias

2/19/20261 min read

A project built for the future

San Diego FC officially announced the signing of 18-year-old Bryan Zamble, a product of the Right To Dream academy in San Diego.

From the moment the club entered MLS, it made clear that its vision extended beyond the first team. A key component of that strategy was the creation of the Right To Dream academy, aimed at developing international talent with a real pathway to the senior squad.

Zamble’s signing shows that this structure is already producing results.

Fourth academy graduate to reach the first team

With the addition of the Ivorian winger, four academy graduates have now earned promotion to the first team.

The other players include forwards Emmanuel Boateng and Marcus Ingvartsen, as well as defender Willy Kumado.

This highlights the club’s identity as an organization balancing immediate competitiveness with long-term player development.

Bryan Zamble’s profile

A native of Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Bryan Zamble plays as a winger. At just 18 years old, he has already represented his country at the U-16 and U-17 levels, showcasing his speed, creativity, and technical ability.

Sporting Director Tyler Heaps shared his excitement about the signing:
“Bryan is a player we are excited to keep within the organization and to welcome to San Diego.”

Building for today and tomorrow

San Diego FC continues to prove that its ambition goes beyond short-term success.

While the team pushes forward in MLS competition, its commitment to youth development and infrastructure reflects a comprehensive project designed for sustained success.

The club will kick off its 2026 MLS campaign this Saturday, February 21, when it hosts Montreal at Snapdragon Stadium.