Angus Gunn Set for MLS Switch as San Jose Close In

Scotland international expected to join San Jose on a free transfer after Nottingham Forest departure

Angus Gunn is closing in on a move to Major League Soccer, with San Jose Earthquakes leading the race to sign the Scotland international on a free transfer.

The 30-year-old goalkeeper is currently without a club after leaving Nottingham Forest at the end of his contract this summer, and looks set to secure a fresh start in the United States.

Gunn was Scotland’s first-choice stopper during their recent World Cup campaign, starting all three group matches under Steve Clarke. Despite a promising 1-0 win over Haiti that ended a 28-year wait for a World Cup victory, defeats to Morocco and Brazil saw Scotland exit at the group stage.

A move to the MLS would offer Gunn the regular first-team football he lacked since he moved to Forest in last season. He made just one appearance for Forest last season lasting 45 minutes, spending much of the campaign on the sidelines.

Recent reports had linked Gunn with a shock move to Manchester United and also to Celtic, but it now appears he is heading stateside.

With 25 international caps, consistent game time will be crucial if Gunn is to retain the Scotland No1 jersey under Steve Clarke’s successor. The goalkeeping position remains a concern for the national team, with limited minutes across all three current options - including Craig Gordon, and Liam Kelly

Gunn began his career at Manchester City and has since had spells with Norwich City, Southampton and Stoke City, before his most recent stint at Nottingham Forest.

A move to San Jose could provide the platform he needs to re-establish himself as Scotland’s undisputed first choice.