MLS Releases 2025 General Allocation Money Totals

Major League Soccer (MLS) has for the first time disclosed the amounts of General Allocation Money (GAM) available to each of its 30 clubs for the 2025 season, marking a significant move towards transparency in the league. Each team will receive a base allotment of $2.93 million, while expansion club San Diego FC will receive an additional $2.765 million, bringing its total to $5,095,000. Notably, Atlanta United leads with $6,503,478 in GAM, while the Houston Dynamo has the lowest at $2,063,538. GAM serves as a flexible resource for teams to enhance their rosters, allowing for trades and contract adjustments under the salary cap. The announcement comes amidst new league rules that allow teams to choose between different roster structures, potentially affecting future GAM allocations. This development is intended to provide fans with better insights into team financial strategies and roster-building processes.