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Charlotte MLS expansion team has its first signing in Sergio Ruiz

GETAFTE, SPAIN - APRIL 2: Sergio Leon of Real Betis celebrates 0-1 with Fabian Ruiz Pena of Real Betis, Joaquin of Real Betis during the La Liga Santander match between Getafe v Real Betis at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez on April 2, 2018 in Getafte Spain (Photo by David S. Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images)

It may not have a name, but Charlotte’s MLS expansion team does have its first player.

Just days after Austin FC signed its first-ever player, the other 2021 MLS expansion team, Charlotte, has followed suit. Earlier today, the unnamed franchise announced its initial signing: Spanish midfielder Sergio Ruiz.