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The Portland Thorns No. 1 offseason priority - Center Back: Top 10 Potential Options

The Portland Thorns' front office have a busy offseason ahead of them, but there's one position they'll likely make the top priority: center back. Here are 10 potential CBs they could look to add.

By Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win)
The Portland Thorns No. 1 offseason priority - Center Back: Top 10 Potential Options
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The 2026 season for the Portland Thorns will come with championship aspirations, but still need to add a few more pieces.

One position seems to be the main priority: center back. The struggles in defense highlighted how important this need is for the front office of Jeff Agoos, Lucy Rushton, and Angus McNab.

As of now, the roster currently consists of Jayden "JP" Perry, Isa Obaze, Sam Hiatt, and Daiane. However, the group's 'balance' was a struggle throughout the season.

Down the stretch of the season, Rob Gale relied on Obaze and Hiatt to hold down central defense, leaving Perry with very limited opportunities.

Since the season ended, 'JP' has started both matched for the USWNT U23 against Slovakia (1-0 win) and the Lionesses U23 (4-2 win).

What does the front office have in store at this critical position for the offseason?

Here are 10 potential options at CB: