Philadelphia Union

Kaiden Moore returns to Philadelphia on loan for the 2026 season

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2 weeks ago

January 21, 2026

Evan Cohen

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Philadelphia Union today announced the re-acquisition of U.S. Youth International defender Kaiden Moore on loan from Atlanta United.

Moore joined Union II in August 2025 and made just three appearances, including a lone start in the MLS Next Pro Eastern Conference Final. The 18-year-old returns to Chester for the entirety of the 2026 season with an option to convert the deal into a permanent trade.

Moore is expected to play a larger role with Union II amidst rumors surrounding a potential Neil Pierre loan abroad. Kaiden will be designated as an off-roster homegrown player for both Philadelphia and Atlanta United, who will retain a portion of the player’s 2026 budget charge.

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Evan Cohen

Evan Cohen is a Philadelphia native currently studying at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. A Philadelphia Union supporter since the club's start in 2010, Evan began contributing to Philadelphia Soccer Now in 2023.