Joe Bendik re-signed to one-year contract with Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union veteran backup goalkeeper Joe Bendik is coming back for another season in 2023.

The Union announced a one-year contract with the 33-year-old on Monday.

“Joe is integral to our goalkeeper unit, which was the best in the league last season,” Union Sporting Director Ernst Tanner stated in a news release. “His hard work, professionalism, and the way he connects with both veterans and young players is beneficial to the entire team. We’re happy to have come to an agreement and welcome him back as a mentor and leader in our locker room.”

Bendik joined the Union via a trade with the Columbus Crew in 2019. He’s been in MLS since he signed with the Portland Timbers in 2012. Prior to that, he played at Clemson University and began his professional career in Norway.

Matthew Ralph

Matthew Ralph is the managing editor of Philadelphia Soccer Now. He's covered soccer at all levels for a decade in the Philadelphia region and has also written for TheCup.us, NPSL, PrepSoccer and other publications. He lives with his wife and two young children in Broomall, Pa., but grew up in South Jersey and is originally from Kansas.

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