Paxten Aaronson Bolsters the Colorado Rapids with a Historic Signing
The Colorado Rapids have finalized a major signing by incorporating American midfielder Paxten Aaronson, coming from Eintracht Frankfurt of Germany. The agreement, which extends for five years until 2030, represents a milestone for the club. The transfer, officially announced by the Rapids on Thursday, sets a new record in the club’s history. The operation is estimated to have reached 7 million euros (8 million dollars), surpassing the 4.5 million euros (5.2 million dollars) previously paid for the Brazilian striker Rafael Navarro. Aaronson will occupy a designated player spot on the Colorado roster. This incorporation is a great boost for the Rapids, who are currently in seventh position in the Western Conference. The young footballer, who will turn 22 next Tuesday, played the 2024-25 season on loan at FC Utrecht of the Eredivisie in the Netherlands, where he scored nine goals and provided 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,” said Pádraig Smith, Rapids president. “He is the type of young and hungry player we want to have to build 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, President of the Rapids
Before arriving at Eintracht, he 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 window, former U.S. national team defender DeAndre Yedlin joined Real Salt Lake from FC Cincinnati in a trade for $304,700 in 2025 general allocation money. The 32-year-old player, who has 81 international matches with the United States, previously played with 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,” declared Timmo Hardung, Eintracht Frankfurt’s sporting director. “With a view to the 2026 World Cup, which is 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’s sporting director
