Nashville Soccer Club announced today that it has secured the services of Tunisian attacker Elias Saad on loan from FC Augsburg, with the agreement running through the 2027 MLS Sprint Season.
Saad, who earned three caps for Tunisia at the recent FIFA World Cup, brings a blend of top‑flight Bundesliga experience and proven goal‑creating ability to the Nashville roster.
Background and Career Highlights
During his tenure in Germany, Saad made 28 appearances for Augsburg and St. Pauli, contributing three goals and two assists at the highest level. In the second division, he tallied nine goals and six assists across 50 matches for Hannover 96 and St. Pauli, underscoring his knack for finding the net in tighter contests.
Before breaking into the professional ranks, Saad honed his craft in the lower tiers of German football with Buxtehuder SV, HSV Barmbek‑Uhlenhorst and Eintracht Norderstedt, where his performances attracted the attention of Bundesliga scouts.
Internationally, the Tunisian forward has represented his nation in 17 fixtures, scoring three goals and providing two assists, experience that should prove valuable in high‑pressure matches.
What This Means for the Upcoming Campaign
Coach Mike Jacobs expressed confidence that Saad’s versatility and work rate will bolster the team’s attacking options, allowing the side to compete more fiercely in both league play and the MLS Cup playoffs.
The loan arrangement also includes an option to purchase at the conclusion of the 2027 season, a clause that could see the player transition to a permanent deal should he meet performance benchmarks.