FC Dallas acquire Swedish international Herman Johansson

TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing

FC Dallas have acquired midfielder/defender Herman Johansson from reigning Swedish top-flight champions Mjällby AIF, the club announced Tuesday.

The 28-year-old, who will occupy an international roster spot, is signed through the 2028-29 MLS season with an option for 2029-2030. 

Johansson has 26g/17a in 161 appearances across all competitions spanning Mjällby and fellow Swedish club Sandvikens IF.

He earned his first senior cap for Sweden last month during a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Slovenia. In March, the Blågult will participate in a European playoff for one of the six remaining spots at the tournament.

“We’re excited to welcome Herman to FC Dallas,” said chief soccer officer Andre Zanotta.

“His ability on both sides of the ball was on full display during Mjällby AIF’s historic championship season and with the Swedish national team. We’re excited to see his impact on FC Dallas this season.”

Johansson is FCD's second international signing this winter, following Israeli midfielder Ran Binyamin. 

“I felt immediately, when I met with [head coach] Eric Quill and Andre Zanotta, that everything was top-level,” Johansson said. 

“They seemed very competitive and driven to win, and that’s how I feel as well. I think we made a strong connection, and I wanted to be part of this journey. I want to give the FC Dallas faithful some great moments on the pitch and show all of my passion and joy on the field.”

Dallas finished seventh (44 points) in the Western Conference in 2025, their first season under Quill. They exited the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs in Round One against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

FCD's 2026 campaign begins on Feb. 21 vs. Toronto FC (8:30 pm ET | Apple TV).

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