Coming off a breakout season and heading into free agency, Stefan Cleveland looked well positioned to move somewhere he’d have a chance to be a regular starter. But after surveying the scene, the 27-year-old has apparently decided he’s already in a pretty good position. On Wednesday, he officially re-signed with the Sounders, agreeing to a two-year guaranteed contract that includes an option for 2024.
“Stefan stepped up and provided us with a great presence in goal last season,” Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer said in a team release. “Having him back with Tom Dutra and the rest of our goalkeeping unit gives us great security at an important position on the field.