USMNT attacking midfielder Brenden Aaronson will play in the Premier League next season after securing a move to Leeds United. Aaronson will be reunited with fellow American Jesse March, who currently serves as Leeds’ head coach. The duo previously worked together at FC Salzburg.
Leeds United confirmed Aaronson’s capture on Thursday but did not disclose financial terms on the deal. However, ESPN reports that Leeds paid $29.5 million for the 21-year-old player, who signed a contract until the summer of 2027.
“It’s an amazing feeling to be here at this historic club, I am really excited for the new season,” Aaronson said about the move. “We’re going to have a big next season, and I am really excited to be a part of it. I know the team is going to be up for it, so it is going to be an important season.”
Leeds tried to get Aaronson back in January but saw multiple bids rejected by Salzburg. The club maintained interest throughout the following months but waited until their Premier League status gets resolved before making another move. After United secured a stay in the top flight on the last day of the 2021-22 season, the front office immediately circled back to New Jersey native.
Brenden Aaronson made his name in MLS, where he played two seasons with the Philadelphia Union and was one of the club’s best players despite his young age. Aaronson earned MLS Best XI honors in 2020, which prompted Salzburg to pay close to $10 million with incentives for his service. He ended up playing 65 games in Austria and scored 13 goals.
