Highly talented South African midfielder leaves American club

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Jamie Webber has officially become a free agent after ending his two-year stay with United Soccer League (USL) Championship side FC Tulsa.

The 28-year-old confirmed his departure on Tuesday morning through a social media post following the expiration of his contract with the American club.

JAMIE WEBBER LEAVES FC TULSA AFTER 66 APPEARANCES

Webber, previously linked with Kaizer Chiefs, leaves the second-tier American outfit having made 66 appearances across all competitions, scoring eight goals and providing 12 assists.

Hailing from Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, he joined FC Tulsa in April 2025 after leaving Betway Premiership side Sekhukhune United in a reported club-record transfer worth approximately $500,000 (€440,000).

In his final season, the South African international started 28 matches, accumulated 2,430 minutes, scored three goals and registered four assists.

Reflecting on his departure, Webber expressed his gratitude to everyone at the club, including the supporters who backed the team throughout his stay.

“Words really cannot describe how grateful I am to have been part of this club,” he wrote.

“I leave with absolutely no regrets. I’ve learned so much, grown tremendously as a player and, even more importantly, grown as a person.”

He also highlighted the supporters’ commitment, particularly during their successful Western Conference campaign last season.

“It was a real privilege to help bring you some special moments, especially last season when we went on to win the Western Conference.”

The midfielder added: “This isn’t a goodbye forever. Just a goodbye for now.”

CAREER BEFORE FC TULSA

Webber began his senior professional career in 2016 with Vasco da Gama before joining Stellenbosch FC in the National First Division.

In January 2018, he made the step up to the South African top flight after signing for SuperSport United.

He spent five seasons with Matsatsantsa, making 104 domestic league appearances, scoring five goals and winning the 2019/2020 MTN 8 Cup.

In July 2023, Webber joined Sekhukhune United on a free transfer. He went on to make 36 appearances for Babina Noko, contributing five goals and five assists before securing his move to the United States.

On the international stage, the midfielder has received multiple national team call-ups, representing South Africa at U23 level and earning appearances for Bafana Bafana.

Webber’s departure from FC Tulsa leaves him free to negotiate with any club ahead of the upcoming transfer windows.