- Brenden Aaronson was born and raised in Medford alongside his siblings, Jaden and Paxten, who are also soccer players
- The 22-year-old soccer player has played for Philadelphia Union and Leeds United
- He has been dating Milana D’Ambra, daughter of Don D’Ambra since 2018
Brenden Aaronson is an attacking midfielder for the United States national team. The 22-year-old soccer player became the second most expensive American soccer player of all time after he moved to Leeds from Red Bull Salzburg with a transfer fee worth $30.2 million ((£24.7 million). With that, he has enmassed a net worth of about $1-5 million at the moment.
The Shawnee high school alum has been dating Milana D’Ambra since 2018. Besides his girlfriend, Brenden has had the love and support of his family members including his brother Paxten Aaronson, who is also a footballer.
Who is Brenden Aaronson?
Brenden Aaronson was born on October 22, 2000, in Medford, New Jersey to his parents, Janell Aaronson and Rusty Aaronson. He has two siblings, Paxten and Jaden. His parents raised him and his siblings in Medford city.
He attended Shawnee High School before he moved to the Philadelphia Union’s YSC Academy. While he was there, he played football for the youth team before he got committed to Indiana University.
Details about His Soccer Career
Brenden Aaronson started his professional career with Bethlehem Steel FC where he made 21 appearances before he later went on to play for Philadelphia Union and Red Bull Salzburg.
While he was at Philadelphia, he ended his rookie season as the Rookie of the year with three goals and two assists. With that, he was the youngest player among the five that were considered for the honor.
Aaronson joined Red Bull Salzburg in January 2021 and made his debut for the club on January 25 in a match against Rheindorf Altach. Following a successful time at Salzburg, Leeds United revealed on May 26, 2022, that the club had signed the American player.
His most notable contribution to the team was after he helped the team their first victory over Chelsea for 20 years after he scored in a 3-0 home win over the rival team. Also, the goals he scored during the match marked his first Premier League goal.
On the international level, Brenden received his first senior call-up to the United States men’s national soccer team in October 2019 to play in the CONCACAF Nations League.
Currently dubbed “Medford Messi”, Brenden Aaronson made his FIFA World Cup debut in 2022 in a match against Wales.
Meet Brenden Aaronson’s Parents
His father, Rusty is the head coach of the u17 team at Real Jersey FC. Also, Brenden’s father played soccer for Monmouth University. He also played in the semi-pro league for some years before he co-founded Global Options Inc. where served as an executive vice president.
As for his mother Janelle, she is the only one without a soccer background but she enjoys riding horses. Also, it has been reported that the player’s mother is the one that handles his finances.
The 22-year-old Soccer Player is Dating Milana D’Ambra
According to reports, Brenden and Milana D’Ambra have been dating since 2018. Milana, 24, is a Temple University student and the daughter of the head coach of St. Joseph’s soccer team, Don D’Ambra.
Milana has joined the women’s soccer team at Temple University as part of its 2023 recruiting class. While in high school, she played as a defender for Washington Township High School.
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Brenden Aaronson’s Salary and Net Worth
The Medford-born soccer player joined the Premier League club, Leeds United for a fee believed to be about $30 million. While his transfer fee is clearly stated, his current salary at the club has not been revealed yet.
Nevertheless, as an attacking midfielder, Brenden earned about $67,000 as a base salary and $95,805 as a guaranteed salary in 2019 while he was playing with Philadelphia Union.
As regards his net worth, Brenden Aaronson is estimated between $1 million to $5 million at the moment.
Outside his soccer career, Brenden has an endorsement with Nike.
Quick Facts about USMNT Player
- Brenden Aaronson’s brother Paxten Aaronson currently plays for the Philadelphia Union.
- He earned the nickname “Medford Messi” for his performances for the Philadelphia Union and Red Bull Salzburg.
- His younger sister, Jaden also played soccer at Shawnee High School
- He is currently the second most expensive American soccer player of all time.
- Brenden Aaronson has been praised for his technical strength. Also, he has good control and a wide range of passing.
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