Man City agree record USA goalkeeper deal

Manchester City have agreed a record-deal to sign Zack Steffen from Columbus Crew in July next year.

City have finalised a deal, which will mean a record fee for an MLS goalkeeper.

Steffen has been capped six times by the USA national team and was named in this season's MLS Team of the Year.

He will join the Premier League champions on a four-year deal when next summer's transfer window opens on July 9 2019.

The fee for Steffen is undisclosed currently, but Columbus Crew have said it is the largest they have received in the club's history.

Steffen has made 71 appearances for Columbus Crew since signing from German team Freiburg in 2016.

"Any success that I have had as a goalkeeper in the MLS with Crew SC is a testament to those around me, who have pushed me - team-mates, coaches, staff, family, friends and supporters," Steffen said in a statement.

"Today's announcement regarding next summer is a special moment for me and I am looking forward to finishing my time with this club on a strong note.

"I am eager to continue to put in the work to improve and be the best team-mate I can be."

Columbus Crew interim general manager Pat Onstad has spoken about the club's pride in this transfer.

"This is a historic transaction for the club and a special moment for Zack Steffen that we are immensely proud of," Onstad said.

"Manchester City Football Club is one of the top clubs in the world and we are pleased to finalise this agreement that benefits the player and both clubs."