Kage Romanshyn

  • Years with club: 2018–present (Academy, MNUFC2, and First Team Short-Term Agreements)
  • Position: Central Midfield
  • Nationality: American
  • Acquisition: Signed a professional contract with MNUFC2 on January 22, 2024, after developing in the MNUFC Academy.

Kage Romanshyn Jr. is a young, homegrown central midfielder who developed through the Minnesota United FC Academy system. A native of the Twin Cities area, he plays primarily for the club’s MLS Next Pro affiliate, Minnesota United FC 2 (MNUFC2). Known for his technical skills and high work rate, he has represented the club at multiple levels and is considered a promising local prospect.

Key stats with Minnesota United (through 2025 season):

  • MLS Next Pro (MNUFC2) appearances (2023–2025): 29+ regular season, 2 playoffs
  • MLS Next Pro goals: 3
  • MLS Next Pro assists: 2
  • MLS first-team debut: June 8, 2024, as a substitute against FC Dallas.
  • First-team appearances (MLS): 1 (Made via MLS Short-Term Agreements)
  • Hometown: Apple Valley, Minnesota
  • Youth clubs: Minnesota United Academy (2018–2024)

Memorable moments and honors:

  • Academy product: He played for the MNUFC Academy’s U17 and U19 squads from 2021-2023, making over 50 game appearances.
  • MLS NEXT All-Star: Romanshyn represented Minnesota United at the 2023 MLS All-Star Week, starting for Team West in the MLS NEXT All-Star Game.
  • MLS NEXT Pro recognition: He was named the MLS NEXT Rising Star of the Matchday 27 in September 2023 after a goal and assist performance against Sporting Kansas City II.
  • First professional goal: Scored his first MNUFC2 goal against Sporting Kansas City II in September 2023.

Where is he now?:

  • Kage Romanshyn Jr. is currently an active central midfielder for Minnesota United FC 2 (MNUFC2) in MLS Next Pro.
  • He is under contract with MNUFC2 through the 2025 season, with a club option for 2026.
  • Romanshyn underwent left shoulder surgery in February 2025 and was expected to be out for four to six months, but returned to action and was a rostered player for MNUFC2 entering the 2026 season.