SEATTLE (AP) – The defending MLS champion Seattle Sounders finally made a big offseason splash Friday by signing Brazilian midfielder João Paulo as their newest designated player.
The 28-year old joins the Sounders after a decade of playing in his native country with more than 300 appearances.
"João is a tactically excellent player who solves problems on the pitch, while his passing and set-piece service will help us be even more goal dangerous," Seattle sporting director Chris Henderson said. “I had the opportunity to meet João in Brazil and witness firsthand his professionalism and character, which fit exactly what we stand for in Seattle.