[2] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

This list shows players who have played for the team in official 2011 MLS Reserve Division games, but are not part of the senior roster.

[3] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Each club in Major League Soccer is allocated 8 international roster spots, which can be traded.

San Jose maintains the MLS rights to Clarence Goodson after he declined a contract offer by the league and signed overseas with no transfer fee received.