Hosts of the 2025 All-Star game, Austin also invested into its frontline with multiple key signings. Versatile winger Myrto Uzuni joined for 12 million euros, per Transfermarkt, while Brandon Vazquez returned from Liga MX and will start as the No. 9. Ghanaian speedster Osman Bukari was recently added to the flanks, too.

Cincinnati spent $16.2 million to acquire the forward from Cercle Brugge in November. The 23-year-old Denkey, who is from Togo, was the top scorer in the top Belgian league in the 2023-24 season with 27 goals. He signed a designated player contract with Cincinnati through 2028 with an option for 2029.