JahLane Forbes

Charlotte FC announced the signing of American defender Jahlane Forbes on Feb. 14, 2024. Forbes was acquired via the 2024 MLS SuperDraft as the Club’s second selection at 38 overall.

In his first season as a professional, Forbes played with the Club’s MLS NEXT Pro side, Crown Legacy FC. He made 18 appearances during the regular season and contributed four goals and two assists during the 2024 campaign. He made his professional debut against Carolina Core FC on March 17 and scored his first goal as a part of a brace in a 5-3 win over New England Revolution II on June 23.

Prior to his time in Charlotte, Forbes was a four-year player at Wake Forest University (2020-23). With the Demon Deacons, Forbes featured in 68 matches, scoring nine goals and adding 19 assists over four seasons. Heading into Wake Forest, Forbes was ranked as the No. 32 overall prospect by TopDrawerSoccer and was the top prospect from the state of Florida. In 2018, Forbes was called up to the U.S. U-17 National Team for a pair of friendlies against Costa Rica. The Clermont, Florida native spent time with Orlando City SC’s Academy and appeared once with Orlando City B in USL League One.

2024 (Crown Legacy FC): MLS NEXT Pro Regular Season – Made 18 appearances, 17 starts, totaling 1,351 minutes. Scored four goals and added two assists in 2024. Scored his first goal as a part of a brace in a 5-3 victory over New England Revolution II on June 23, he also added an assist in the match. Made his professional debut against Carolina Core FC on March 17. Second on the team in crosses with 14.