Freeman signs Homegrown deal with Orlando
February 16, 2022
Defender Alexander Freeman is the latest Homegrown signing for an MLS franchise, joining Orlando City SC on a four-year deal through 2025.
The outside back/winger is a native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and the team's 12th signing out of its academy in its history.
NEWS: #OrlandoCity signs defender Alexander Freeman as Club's 12th All-Time Homegrown.
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“Alex is an exciting young player for us and another important example of hard work and dedication producing results,” General Manager and EVP of Soccer Operations Luiz Muzzi said in a press release. “Having him in the first team group for training on a regular basis and the opportunity to get consistent minutes in MLS Next Pro should create a great environment for him to develop his game even further than he already has.”
Freeman made 30 appearances for Orlando's U17s, scoring eight goals and providing 15 assists en route to the MLS Next Cup U17 Championship last year.
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