TULSA, Okla. – FC Tulsa announced on Friday the club had acquired midfielder Eliot Goldthorp on loan from fellow USL Championship club Lexington SC for the remainder of the 2025 season. Goldthorp will be available for selection when Tulsa faces Sacramento Republic FC on Saturday night.

A native of Leeds, England, Goldthorp has recorded two goals and three assists in 15 appearances for Lexington across all competitions this season. The 23-year-old has recorded two assists and five chances created across 11 appearances in the Championship, logging 323 minutes of action in league play.

“We’re excited to welcome Eliot Goldthorp to FC Tulsa,” said Sporting Director and General Manager Caleb Sewell. “Eliot is a dynamic attacking player who fits the identity of our club perfectly. His work rate, creativity in the final third, and proven ability to both score and set up goals will add another dimension to our attack. We believe he’ll thrive in our system and bring real value to our push in the second half of the season.”

Goldthorp competed in the youth academies of Manchester United and Leeds United before making his professional debut with Bradford City at just 17 years old. Seeking further development, he transitioned to the United States collegiate system, where he made a significant impact. At Hofstra University, Goldthorp led the NCAA in goals (20) and points (45) during the 2023 season, earning two All-American honors and being named the United Soccer Coaches Division I Player of the Year.

Following his collegiate success, Goldthorp signed with Whitecaps FC 2 in MLS NEXT Pro, where he recorded 10 goals and five assists in 23 appearances in the 24 campaign before signing with Lexington this offseason.