Arsenal join Manchester United in race for Columbus Crew goalkeeper Patrick Schulte

Arsenal and Manchester United could find themselves vying for the signature of Patrick Schulte, a highly-regarded goalkeeper currently plying his trade in Major League Soccer (MLS).

This potential pursuit comes amid speculation that Arsenal might be considering selling Aaron Ramsdale during the upcoming summer transfer window.

Schulte has amassed an impressive record of 45 appearances for Columbus Crew, where he has demonstrated his prowess between the sticks by conceding just 58 goals and keeping a commendable 12 clean sheets along the way.

The goalkeeper’s journey to prominence reached new heights when he made his debut for the senior United States national team on January 20, 2024, during a friendly match against Slovenia. His performance in that game served as a testament to his abilities and further heightened interest from European clubs.

Schulte’s potential suitors firmly believe that he possesses the necessary skill set to thrive in the demanding environment of European football. Among the clubs expressing keen interest, Arsenal appears to be at the forefront of the pursuit, aiming to bolster their goalkeeping department with the addition of the talented shot-stopper.

One factor that could significantly influence Schulte’s transfer prospects is the status of his contract with Columbus Crew, which is set to expire at the end of 2024. This impending expiration suggests that a potential deal for the goalkeeper could materialize at a relatively low cost during the upcoming transfer window, provided he doesn’t extend his stay with the MLS outfit.

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The prospect of securing Schulte’s services has undoubtedly piqued the interest of Arsenal and Manchester United, both of whom are eager to reinforce their respective squads ahead of the upcoming season. For Arsenal, the potential acquisition of Schulte could offer a long-term solution to their goalkeeping concerns, while Manchester United might view him as a viable option to provide competition and depth in their goalkeeping department.

As the summer transfer window approaches, the race for Patrick Schulte’s signature is expected to intensify, with clubs vying to secure a deal for the highly-rated goalkeeper. Whether Arsenal, Manchester United, or any other interested parties emerge victorious in this pursuit remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Schulte’s talent and potential make him a prized asset in the transfer market.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.