LA Galaxy's head coach, Greg Vanney, has expressed his satisfaction with the addition of Joseph Paintsil to the squad, highlighting the quality and versatility the Ghanaian player brings to the team.

Paintsil, now officially part of the Galaxy as a Designated Player, has committed to a four-year contract extending through the conclusion of the 2027 MLS season, transitioning from Belgian Pro League side K.R.C. Genk.

Pending the acquisition of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and P-1 Visa, Paintsil, occupying an international roster slot, is expected to join the Galaxy roster imminently.

"We are pleased to add a player of Joseph’s quality to the LA Galaxy," stated LA Galaxy head coach Greg Vanney.

"Joseph is a dynamic winger with and without the ball who possesses the capacity to change games instantly."

"We look forward to integrating him into our group quickly."

At 26 years old, Paintsil arrives with an impressive track record, boasting 61 goals and 35 assists across 228 matches played in Europe with various clubs, including K.R.C. Genk (2019-23), MKE Ankaragücü (2020-21), and Ferencvárosi TC (2017-18).

During the 2022-23 campaign, Paintsil made significant contributions, tallying 32 goal involvements (18 goals, 14 assists) in 39 matches for Genk.

His standout performance in the 2022-23 Belgian Pro League season, where he notched 28 goal involvements (14 goals, 14 assists) in 30 league appearances (28 starts), was instrumental in Genk's qualification for the 2023-24 Europa Conference League.