Max Arfsten signs with Middlesbrough from Columbus Crew
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Middlesbrough has confirmed the signing of USMNT defender Max Arfsten from Columbus Crew on August 4, 2026. Arfsten signed a four-year deal valued at $7.5 million, including add-ons. The 25-year-old, who has 21 caps with the USMNT and was part of the 2026 World Cup squad, expressed excitement about joining his USMNT teammates Aidan Morris and Sebastian Berhalter at Boro. He aims to adapt quickly to his new environment, supported by their insights on the club. Arfsten previously made 89 appearances for the Crew, scoring 14 goals and assisting on 22 others in MLS play.
- •Max Arfsten joins Middlesbrough on a four-year deal.
- •Club paid $7.5 million to Columbus Crew for the transfer.
- •Arfsten has 21 caps with the USMNT, scoring one goal.
- •He recorded 14 goals and 22 assists in MLS.
- •Arfsten previously played 89 matches for Columbus Crew.
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT defender Max Arfsten joins Middlesbrough
"Middlesbrough has confirmed the signing of U.S. men's national team defender Max Arfsten from the Columbus Crew.
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