San Jose Earthquakes Sign Striker Josef Martinez

The San Jose Earthquakes have signed former MLS MVP Josef Martinez to a one-year contract with a club option for 2026 as they continue to reshape their roster under Bruce Arena. The 31-year-old Venezuelan striker previously played for CF Montreal, where he scored 11 goals in 23 matches last season, and has an impressive career total of 116 goals across 184 MLS matches. Martinez, who led Atlanta United to the MLS Cup in 2018 and won both the MVP and Golden Boot that year, expressed his excitement about joining the Earthquakes and hopes to make history with the team. This signing follows the Earthquakes' acquisition of Chicho Arango, indicating a strategic two-striker system for the upcoming season. Arena has emphasized Martinez's scoring capabilities as a significant addition to the team's attack after a disappointing last-place finish. The Earthquakes aim to improve their performance in the upcoming season, beginning on February 22 against Real Salt Lake.