Patrick Schulte is an American goalkeeper who plays for Columbus Crew. At 24, he remains part of United States's wider 2026 picture because he brings shot-stopping, command of the box, and calm distribution at both club and international level.
Patrick Schulte was born on 13 March 2001 in Saint Charles. He plays in MLS and has 3 senior caps for United States.
Early Life and Background
Birthplace, family, and youth football journey
<Club Career
Early clubs and development
In 2017, he moved to the academy of Saint Louis FC (affiliates with St.
In 2022, Schulte spent the entirety of the season with the Crew's MLS Next Pro side Columbus Crew 2, winning the inaugural MLS Next Pro Cup and the MLS Next Pro Goalkeeper of the Year award.
Current club and recent form
He has been with Columbus Crew since 2021, and recent market tracking places him at around €3.50 million.
Patrick Schulte - Stats and Performance
Patrick Schulte's current season with Columbus Crew shows 4 appearances, 62.5 goals, and 1 assists in MLS. For a goalkeeper, the appearance total matters far more than the attacking return, because selection and continuity tell the clearest story about his standing.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Columbus Crew | 4 | 62.5 | 1 |
The safest reading is that Columbus Crew have trusted him regularly in MLS, and the 4 appearances are the strongest indicator of current value. The goal and assist return adds context, but role security and match rhythm matter more here.
International Career
Caps, goals, and major tournaments
He has 3 caps and 0 goals for United States in currently tracked records.
| National Team | Caps | Goals | Tournament Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3 | 0 | United States senior squad involvement |
Playing Style and Key Strengths
Position, role, and standout qualities
Patrick Schulte plays as a goalkeeper and is valued for shot-stopping, command of the box, and calm distribution.
Personal Info and Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Patrick Schulte |
| Date of birth | 13 March 2001 |
| Age | 24 |
| Nationality | United States |
| Height | 196 cm |
| Position | Goalkeeper |
| Preferred foot | yet to be confirmed |
| Current club | Columbus Crew |
| Jersey number | 28 |
| Weekly salary | $15,865 base salary (official) |
| Estimated net worth | $2.29 million (approx. estimate) |
Transfer News and Market Value
Current transfer records show Columbus Crew as his club heading into 2026, with the move dating from 2021.
Salary and Net Worth
Official salary-guide figures list Patrick Schulte at about $15,865 base salary (official) per week at Columbus Crew. That works out to roughly $824,980 per year before bonuses.
Approximate net-worth estimates place him around $2.29 million.
FAQs
How old is Patrick Schulte and what is his nationality?
Patrick Schulte is 24 years old and he represents United States.
Which club does Patrick Schulte play for now?
He currently plays for Columbus Crew.
What position does Patrick Schulte play?
He plays as a goalkeeper.
Is Patrick Schulte part of United States's national-team picture?
Yes. With 3 caps currently listed, he remains part of United States's wider selection picture.
What is Patrick Schulte salary and market value?
Salary: $15,865 base salary (official). Market value: €3.50 million.