
LEXINGTON, KY – Lexington Sporting Club and midfielder Yannick Yankam have mutually agreed to terminate his contract for the remainder of the 2025 USL Championship season. The decision was made following collaborative discussions between the club and player.
Yankam, who joined Lexington SC ahead of the 2024 season, has brought ambition and character to the squad throughout his time in Lexington. After thoughtful consideration from both sides, the agreement reflects a shared understanding of the best path forward at this time.
In the 2024 USL League One season, Yankam played in 17 matches scoring two goals and registering three assists. Yankam led the Greens to a victory on March 15, 2024 scoring the only goal of the match in a 1-0 triumph against Chattanooga Red Wolves SC.
Lexington Sporting Club extends its gratitude to Yannick for his efforts and impact during his time with the club and sends him best wishes for what’s ahead.
About Lexington Sporting Club
Lexington Sporting Club is a U.S. Soccer professional soccer club competing in the USL Championship (U.S. Soccer Second Division men’s professional soccer), and in USL Super League (U.S. Soccer First Division women’s professional soccer). The two professional teams are the pinnacle of the soccer ecosystem in Lexington that features more than 1,000 players within its youth and academy systems. Lexington SC has recently opened a 7500-seat, state-of-the-art stadium, indoor facilities and training fields.