LAFC complete signing of former Shakhtar Donetsk defender

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Adam Booker·11 September 2024

LAFC complete signing of former Shakhtar Donetsk defender

LAFC have added some depth to their rearguard ranks after completing the signing of former Shakhtar Donetsk defender Marlon.

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The 29-year-old is fresh off the back of a loan spell at Brazilian giants Fluminense, where he helped lead the side to their first ever Copa Libertadores title.

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For now, the Brazilian will put pen to a paper on a short-term deal that will keep him in Los Angeles until the end of 2024, but the club will have an option to re-sign him through June 2025.

Pra cima! 💪 Seja muito bem-vindo a Los Angeles, Marlon 🇧🇷
– Wednesday, 11 September 2024

LAFC have hit a minor bump in the road as of late, dropping points in two straight MLS matches, but they remain a strong contender for MLS Cup.