Edward Davis III Makes it a Hat-Trick of Homegrowns in 2025
Philadelphia Union has signed 18-year-old homegrown striker Edward “Eddy” Davis III to a three-year contract through 2027, with options for 2028 and 2029.
Davis made history with Union II in 2024, setting a club record with 13 goals and becoming the first player to win MLS NEXT Pro Rising Star of the Month three times in one season.
Player Profile:
- Name: Edward (Eddy) Davis III
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’0″
- Age: 18
- Previous Team: Union II
The young forward’s breakout 2024 campaign included 13 goals and 4 assists across 27 appearances, with his goal tally ranking fourth league-wide.
His performances, particularly in April, May, and September when he won monthly honors, showcased his development since joining the club as a free agent in 2022.
Sporting Director Ernst Tanner praised Davis’s growth and attacking instincts, highlighting him as the latest success story from Philadelphia’s renowned youth development system. Davis becomes the club’s 28th homegrown signing and third of 2025, further cementing the Philly Union’s commitment to promoting from within.
The key insight here is that Philadelphia continues to effectively identify and develop young talent through their pipeline, with Davis representing a particularly promising prospect given his record-breaking goalscoring at the MLS NEXT Pro level at just 18 years old.
