South Charlotte Today

Charlotte FC announced the signing of English midfielder Jamie Paterson to a contract through 2024, with an option for 2025. Paterson will occupy an international roster slot.

The midfielder played 44 matches for Swansea City in the Championship during the 2023/24 season, finishing with seven goals and six assists. Over his 14-year career in England, Paterson has featured in 442 matches across six clubs in the Championship and League One.

Paterson previously played under Charlotte FC Head Coach Dean Smith at Walsall FC for three seasons. General Manager Zoran Krneta commented on the signing: “We’re excited for Jamie to be joining the Club to add to our attacking options as we prepare for our final stretch of matches to solidify our playoff position. He’s a player that Dean knows well from his time in England and is coming off a good season in the Championship. We look forward to Jamie integrating into our squad and everyone at the Club welcomes him to Charlotte.”

During his three-year tenure at Swansea, Paterson scored 17 goals and recorded 17 assists. Prior to joining Swansea, he contributed 47 goal involvements across 156 matches for Bristol City. His career also includes stints at Nottingham Forest, Huddersfield Town, and Derby County, culminating in a total of 82 goals and 68 assists across all competitions.

Transaction: Charlotte FC signs midfielder Jamie Paterson to a contract through 2024 with an option for 2025.