1. Maximum of 24 pro players (no salary cap, no salary limits).
2. Maximum of 11 amateur players (with academy ties to club).
3. Maximum of 5 amateur players on field at same time.
4. Maximum of 7 international roster slots (which can be traded).
(Click here for complete MLS Next Pro roster guidelines).
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