Active in Major League Soccer
Maximilian Arfsten
Midfielder #27
Age 24 years
Nationality USA
Market Value €5M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Maximilian Arfsten is a above average SILVER TRAY for Columbus Crew. Evidence: 20% Assist Frequency.
Also shows: elite DRIBBLER (3.3 Dribbles/90) , notable WASTEFUL (0% Conversion Rate)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Dribbling (85/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Physical profile: Tall For Position.
Maximilian Arfsten Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 86%
Weight 83%
Experience 48%
vs Major League Soccer
Height 63%
Weight 63%
Experience 45%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 85
Shooting 8
Defense 52
Workrate 36
Passing 69
Key Strength 85 Dribbling
Area to Watch 8 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Maximilian Arfsten this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 02, 2026 | Columbus Crew 2-3 Minnesota United FC | 93' | 6.6 | - | 1 | 77 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Columbus Crew 2-0 Philadelphia Union | 81' | 7.9 | 1 | - | 33 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Columbus Crew 2-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 90' | 7.2 | - | 1 | 27 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | New England Revolution 2-1 Columbus Crew | 97' | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Columbus Crew 1-1 Orlando City SC | 98' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Atlanta United FC 1-3 Columbus Crew | 68' | 7.6 | 1 | 1 | 61 |
| Mar 21, 2026 | Toronto FC 2-1 Columbus Crew | 81' | 6.9 | 0 | 1 | 61 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Columbus Crew 0-1 Nashville SC | 88' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Mar 08, 2026 | Columbus Crew 0-0 Chicago Fire | 90' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Sporting Kansas City 2-2 Columbus Crew | 90' | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | 83 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Portland Timbers 3-2 Columbus Crew | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 87 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2026 | New York City FC vs Columbus Crew | 45 |
| May 13, 2026 | New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew | 37 |
| May 16, 2026 | Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew | 29 |
| May 24, 2026 | Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United FC | 23 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Columbus Crew vs New York City FC | 31 |
| Jul 25, 2026 | Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati | 29 |
| Aug 01, 2026 | Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew | 31 |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Charlotte vs Columbus Crew | 41 |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Columbus Crew vs CF Montreal | 29 |
| Aug 23, 2026 | Nashville SC vs Columbus Crew | 45 |
Player Market Value
Track Maximilian Arfsten's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €4.5M
Peak Value €4.5M (Q4'25)
€4.5M €2.3M €0
Q1'23 Q3'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q3'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q3'25 Q4'25
Maximilian Arfsten operates as a Bronze Engine for Columbus, blending relentless ground coverage with genuine creative flair. Since joining the club in late 2022, he has steadily built a dynamic profile. Though his sample size remains emerging, the early returns showcase a midfield presence hitting top form.
A high Dribbling rating tells the story of his hybrid style, as he frequently breaks lines with the ball at his feet. Across 439 minutes in five appearances, he proves worthy of the DRIBBLER badge, bypassing defenders to open up pockets of space. His role often shifts from pure graft to chance creation, confirmed by his status as a reliable SILVER TRAY provider. While on an upward trajectory in overall influence, his finishing requires polish—the WASTEFUL tag indicates he misses clear opportunities to open his goalscoring account. Still, his ability to carry the ball and deliver that final pass makes him an unpredictable threat.
Valued at €4M with a rising trajectory, his market stock is undeniably growing. If he refines his end product in front of goal while maintaining his dynamic ball-carrying ability, he projects to be a pivotal asset in the heart of the Columbus system.