Colorado Rapids Soccer Club announced today the signing of center back Tommy Smith from Ipswich Town of the English Football League Championship. Smith will occupy an international roster spot and will be added to the club’s roster upon receipt of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and P-1 Visa.
“Bringing in someone of Tommy’s caliber along the back line was a top priority for us this offseason,” said Rapids Executive Vice President & General Manager, Pádraig Smith. “His experience and leadership will be great assets for us, and we look forward to him joining us in Arizona this week for the start of preseason training camp.