Birmingham to receive an undisclosed transfer fee for the Brazilian
BIRMINGHAM, AL (Jan. 5, 2023) – Birmingham Legion FC announced today that an agreement has been reached with Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona FC over the transfer of forward Marlon Santos.
“We are excited for Marlon to have this opportunity in Israel,” said Jay Heaps, Legion FC President and General Manager. “We feel this transfer highlights the quality within Legion FC and across the USL Championship, while also setting our club up for success moving forward.
“We wish Marlon the best in his move to Kiryat Shmona and thank him for all of his efforts in his time in Birmingham, both on and off the field.”
Marlon finished the 2022 season tied for second on the team with nine goals, his 49 shots were third, and he added 32 chances created and two assists. He is already in Israel with the first team and ready to play this January.
Per the terms of the international transfer agreement between Legion FC and Ironi Kiryat Shmona, the fee will remain undisclosed.
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