Paxten Aaronson Bolsters Colorado Rapids
The Colorado Rapids have secured the addition of American midfielder Paxten Aaronson, coming from Eintracht Frankfurt of Germany, through a five-year contract that extends until 2030. The agreement represents a milestone for the club. The signing of Aaronson, who will occupy a designated player position in Colorado’s squad, was finalized for a club-record fee. Aaronson, who will turn 22 next week, played the 2024-25 season on loan at FC Utrecht of the Dutch Eredivisie, where he accumulated nine goals and six assists in 37 league games.“He has proven his worth in Europe, has gained valuable experience in the international arena with the United States national team, and brings a dynamic and creative presence to our midfield. He is the exact type of young and hungry player we want to build with at this club, and we are delighted to welcome him to Colorado as we strengthen a team capable of competing at the highest level”.
Pádraig Smith, Rapids President
Before arriving at Eintracht, Aaronson played for the Philadelphia Union, the team with which he began his professional career by signing a homegrown player contract in August 2020. Also, on the last day of the MLS secondary transfer market, former US national team defender DeAndre Yedlin joined Real Salt Lake from FC Cincinnati in a trade. The 32-year-old player, who has 81 caps for the United States national team, has previously played for Inter Miami and in Europe with Tottenham Hotspur, Sunderland, Newcastle United and Galatasaray.“Paxten has shown his potential both in the preseason and in his appearances with us. With an eye towards the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in his home country, among others, he requested to take his next step at the Colorado Rapids. We wish Paxten all the best and much success for his future.”
Timmo Hardung, Eintracht Frankfurt Sporting Director
