ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 22, 2019) - Orlando City SC has exercised its option to permanently acquire defender Ruan (WHO-ahn) and has subsequently signed him to a two-year contract with an option for a third year ahead of the 2020 Major League Soccer (MLS) season. Ruan joined the Lions prior to the 2019 campaign on loan.
“We are very happy to have Ruan continue as a part of our Club,” said Orlando City SC EVP of Soccer Operations Luiz Muzzi. “Ruan showed last season that he is an important piece on our roster, with the ability to both defend on the outside but also contribute on the offensive end through his pace and skill.