"The talented wideman has established himself as one of Africa's greatest gifts to US football, having become a genuine MLS superstar since swapping Saint-Etienne for Los Angeles FC in 2022. He's won a swathe of silverware -- including the MLS Cup and Supporters' Shield in 2022, as well as the US Open Cup two years later -- and has been LAFC's top scorer for each of the last four years."
"He's currently the top scorer in this year's edition of the continent's top competition, and will look to balance success against the region's finest defences with yet another 20+-goal season in Major League Soccer. LAFC's new-look strikeforce, with Bouanga partnering Son Heung-min, could be one of the most devastating the division has ever seen...if incoming head coach Marc Dos Santos can get the best out of the duo."
The 2026 MLS season features a wave of African signings from across the continent and expectations that those players will make significant league impacts, with comparisons to the NWSL where African women have dominated recent seasons. Denis Bouanga stands out as a Golden Boot contender and a cornerstone of LAFC after joining in 2022, with multiple trophies and consistent scoring form. Bouanga is also a leading scorer in continental competition and aims for another 20+ goal MLS campaign alongside new teammate Son Heung-min. Kévin Denkey became a then-record MLS signing for FC Cincinnati for $16.2 million and delivered an encouraging first season with 15 goals.
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