St Louis CITY2 signed midfielder Adeteye Gbadehan to a one-year MLS NEXT Pro contract through December 2026 with a club option through June 2027. Gbadehan joins after playing two seasons for English Championship side, Cardiff City FC.
“Adeteye is a great addition to our group this season,” said CITY2 Head Coach David Critchley. “He brings a strong work rate, physical presence, and a lot of energy to our midfield, and his experience in the English Championship with Cardiff City will be a valuable asset to our team.”
Gbadehan made multiple appearances at both the senior level and U-21 level for Cardiff City FC. He appeared in a second round EFL cup match against Southampton. At the U-21 level, Gbadehan made five appearances across the Premier League Cup and Welsh League Cup matches. The midfielder recorded two assists in Premier League Cup play. Gbadehan began his development in the U.S. youth soccer system, playing for Future SC Monarchs, where he won the Dallas Cup in 2021 before moving to England. He has trialed with several clubs, including Brentford and Southampton, before signing a deal with Port Vale.
