Vancouver Whitecaps sign Belgian defender Joedrick Pupe from Dender

By Canadian Press on August 21, 2025.

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps have signed Belgian centre back Joedrick Pupe from F.C.V. Dender, the MLS club announced Thursday.

The 28-year-old is under contract through 2027, with a club option for 2028.

Pupe captained Dender to promotion to Belgium’s top tier and was named to the Challenger Pro League Team of the Season.

He made 64 appearances across all competitions and added five assists.

The signing is pending a medical, visa, work permit and international transfer certificate.

The Whitecaps host St. Louis City SC on Saturday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 21, 2025.

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