WASHINGTON (December 10, 2017) — D.C. United have acquired Jamaican National Team forward Darren Mattocks from the Portland Timbers in exchange for a 2018 International slot, exercising his option for 2018. The 27-year-old made 24 appearances last season for the Portland Timbers, scoring four goals and recording two assists.

"We are thrilled to add an attacking player who unbalances opposing defenses with his speed, willingness to get into dangerous areas, and ability to score goals," Dave Kasper, United general manager, said. "Darren is coming off a great year with impactful performances for Portland and for Jamaica, helping them reach the Gold Cup final. We believe Darren's best football is ahead of him as he enters the prime of his career, and we welcome him to the Black-and-Red."

Mattocks started his MLS career with the Vancouver Whitecaps who him second overall in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft. After scoring seven goals in his rookie season, Mattocks topped the 2012 MLS Top 24 Under 24 list.

He appeared in 93 games, scored 19 goals and recorded six assists in five seasons with the Whitecaps. The Portmore, Jamaica native made history by scoring the first MLS Cup Playoff goal for the 2011 expansion team against the Los Angeles Galaxy on November 1, 2012.

On the international stage, Mattocks made his debut for the Reggae Boyz in a 2-0 win against El Salvador in an international friendly on Aug. 16, 2012. He has scored 14 goals in 42 appearances for Jamaica and most recently appeared in all six of their Gold Cup 2017 games including the final against the U.S. Men’s National Team.