Tyler Adams grew up in Wappingers Falls, New York, and came through the New York Red Bulls’ academy before moving to RB Leipzig in 2019. He played in the Champions League and scored the winning goal in the 2020 quarter-final against Atlético Madrid.
After a season at Leeds United, he joined Bournemouth in 2023. Injuries limited his first season, but he has since become a key defensive midfielder, known for his tackling, energy and reading of the game.
Adams has captained the United States, including at the 2022 World Cup, and was part of their 2024 Copa América squad.
Career in numbers
Across 11 seasons of senior club football, beginning in 2016, Adams has played 272 matches and scored 7 goals for 4 clubs. His busiest campaign was 2018, with 42 appearances. The full season-by-season record is in the Stats section of this profile.