North Texas SC announced today the loan of midfielder Aaron Essel from St. Johnstone FC for the rest of the 2025 season, with an option to buy. St. Johnstone FC holds the rights to recall Essel.
At St. Johnstone, Essel played 18 matches, registered 1,079 minutes, and had one goal contribution across all competitions.
Essel began his professional career with Bechem United FC.
The 19-year-old represents Ghana internationally. Essel has nine appearances between the U20 and U23 teams for Ghana.
TRANSACTION DETAILS
Full Name: Aaron Essel
Pronunciation: AIR-uhn ES-uhl
Connect with Aaron: Instagram
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 07/30/2005 (19)
Birthplace: Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana
Nationality: Ghanaian
Height: 5’8”
Weight: 155 lbs
Last Club: St. Johnstone FC
Transaction: North Texas SC acquires midfielder Aaron Essel on loan from St. Johnstone FC, with option to exercise a permanent transfer.
