Austin FC add GK Stefan Cleveland on 2-year deal

Field Level Media|published: Sun 24th December, 11:58 2023

Jul 30, 2023; Seattle, WA, USA; Monterrey forward German Berterame (9, second from right) hugs defender Luis Romo (27) after scoring a goal against Seattle Sounders FC goalkeeper Stefan Cleveland (30) during the second half at Lumen Filed. credits: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Austin FC and free agent goalkeeper Stefan Cleveland reached agreement on a two-year guaranteed contract through 2025 with an option for 2026.

The club announced the deal on Sunday but didn't release financial terms.

An Ohio native, Cleveland has started 29 MLS games with Chicago Fire FC (2017-19) and Seattle Sounders FC (2020-23).

"We're happy to add someone of Stefan's caliber to the talented group of goalkeepers on our roster," Austin FC sporting director Rodolfo Borrell said in a news release. "He'll be a very strong addition to our Club, and our community, and we look forward to welcoming him to Austin."

Cleveland, 29, recorded MLS career highs in starts (15), minutes played (1,350), shutouts (three) and saves (29) in 2021.

—Field Level Media