JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Sporting Club Jacksonville announced on Tuesday the club had signed midfielders Jordan Rossiter and Rafferty Pedder and winger Kieran Sadlier ahead of the 2026 USL Championship season. The transactions are pending league and federation approval.

“This next group brings a wave of excitement,” said Sporting JAX Head Coach Liam Fox said. “All three have spent time learning under top development systems in the United Kingdom, and we’re excited to see them bring that experience into the USL Championship.”

“When you look at the paths these players have taken, it’s impressive,” added Sporting JAX Head of Soccer Mark Warburton. “It’s now our job to use that development and experience to help us produce results in Jacksonville.”

Rossiter joins Sporting JAX after a career spent across the United Kingdom. He signed his first professional contract with Liverpool FC in 2013 and developed within the club’s academy before moving to Rangers in 2016. The 28-year-old later featured for Fleetwood Town, Bristol Rovers and Waterford FC, logging 11,095 minutes of professional action across 152 appearances. He crosses the pond to make his American debut with Sporting JAX during the 2026 season.

“The opportunity that Sporting JAX presents excites me,” Rossiter said. “This is a unique project to be part of, and with figures like Mark Warburton involved, I’m looking forward to lacing up for the club this season.”

Sadlier arrives in Jacksonville with more than a decade of professional experience. A West Ham United youth product, he has competed for clubs including Leyton Orient, Bolton Wanderers and Wycombe Wanderers. Known for his creativity and attacking presence, Sadlier has recorded 61 goals and 26 assists in 293 professional appearances over the course of his career.

“This will definitely be a change of scenery for me,” Sadlier said. “Playing in the United States will be different, but I’m excited to be part of something new and to help grow soccer in the Jacksonville community.”

Pedder rounds out the trio having previously competed for Tottenham Hotspur’s U18 and U23 programs. He has also featured for Queens Park Rangers U21 and Oxford City, before moving to the United States to join MLS NEXT Pro side Tacoma Defiance in 2025. The 23-year-old recorded two assists in 608 minutes for Defiance over the past season, logging 15 appearances for the club.

“This opportunity is shaping up to be fun,” Pedder said. “The league and the club create something that really draws both players and fans in.”