BIRMINGHAM, AL (May 13, 2021) – Birmingham Legion FC have added Austin FC defender Freddy Kleemann on loan from Major League Soccer club Austin FC, pending league and federation approval. Austin retains the right to recall Kleemann at any point this season.
Kleemann, 22, is in his first professional season after being drafted 11th overall by Austin FC in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft. The California native appeared twice for Austin in the preseason, earning a start in Los Verdes’ matchup against fellow MLS side FC Dallas.
Prior to being drafted, Kleemann anchored the backline at the University of Washington. He made 28 appearances over the course of two seasons for the Huskies, starting 18 of 19 matches played in 2019 and while also helping his side tally 12 shutouts. Kleemann tallied one goal and one assist during his time in Seattle.
Transaction: On May 13, 2021, defender Freddy Kleemann joined Legion FC on an open-ended loan from MLS side Austin FC, pending league and federation approval.
Player Profile:
Name: Freddy Kleemann
Position: Defender
Number: 4
Height: 6’ 4”
Weight: 195 lbs
Birthdate: March 19, 1999 (age: 22)
Hometown: Newbury Park, CA
Citizenship: United States
Previous Club: Austin FC (Major League Soccer)
Instagram: @freddykleemann
Twitter: @FreddyKleemann
Kleemann will join Legion FC ahead of tomorrow’s match at Legion Field versus Memphis 901 FC at 3:30pm. ‘Legion at Legion’ tickets are available now for just $5 – Get yours here!
For all club news and updates fans are encouraged to follow @bhmlegion on social media and keep an eye on https://sportsengine-staging.go-vip.net/bhmlegion and the Legion FC app. Download the Legion FC app today on Apple or Android.
BIRMINGHAM, AL (May 13, 2021) – Birmingham Legion FC have added Austin FC defender Freddy Kleemann on loan from Major League Soccer club Austin FC, pending league and federation approval. Austin retains the right to recall Kleemann at any point this season.
Kleemann, 22, is in his first professional season after being drafted 11th overall by Austin FC in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft. The California native appeared twice for Austin in the preseason, earning a start in Los Verdes’ matchup against fellow MLS side FC Dallas.
Prior to being drafted, Kleemann anchored the backline at the University of Washington. He made 28 appearances over the course of two seasons for the Huskies, starting 18 of 19 matches played in 2019 and while also helping his side tally 12 shutouts. Kleemann tallied one goal and one assist during his time in Seattle.
Transaction: On May 13, 2021, defender Freddy Kleemann joined Legion FC on an open-ended loan from MLS side Austin FC, pending league and federation approval.
Player Profile:
Name: Freddy Kleemann
Position: Defender
Number: 4
Height: 6’ 4”
Weight: 195 lbs
Birthdate: March 19, 1999 (age: 22)
Hometown: Newbury Park, CA
Citizenship: United States
Previous Club: Austin FC (Major League Soccer)
Instagram: @freddykleemann
Twitter: @FreddyKleemann
Kleemann will join Legion FC ahead of tomorrow’s match at Legion Field versus Memphis 901 FC at 3:30pm. ‘Legion at Legion’ tickets are available now for just $5 – Get yours here!
For all club news and updates fans are encouraged to follow @bhmlegion on social media and keep an eye on https://sportsengine-staging.go-vip.net/bhmlegion and the Legion FC app. Download the Legion FC app today on Apple or Android.
