MLS growth group Charlotte FC announced the signing of Croatian goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina from Bulgarian aspect Ludogorets Razgrad. His agreement is set until 2024 with an option for 2025.
The circulate is pending receipt of a P-1 visa and ITC. The 29-12 months-vintage goalkeeper will occupy an global roster slot inside the membership’s inaugural roster.
Kahlina will join Charlotte FC beforehand of their debut Major League Soccer season, kicking off on February 26 in opposition to D.C. United.
“Kristijan is a well-rounded goalkeeper that fits into our game model. He makes properly selections while the ball is at his toes and compliments that with correct aerial play and shot preventing,” stated Sporting Director Zoran Krneta.
“He involves us with experience in European competition and is happy for the project of gambling in Major League Soccer.”
Prior to joining Charlotte, the Croatian began 10 league matches this season and featured in Champions League qualifying rounds and the Europa League organization degree.
Overall, Kahlina made 36 appearances throughout all competitions, recording thirteen easy sheets over his 12 months-and-a-1/2 spell with Ludogorets. He joined at the cease of the 2020/21 season, beginning the club’s very last 5 league fits to assist Ludogorets win their tenth consecutive Bulgarian title.
The Croatian also formed part of HNK Gorica, serving because the beginning goalkeeper for five years. Kahlina led them to promotion to the Croatian first department in his 2nd yr and become named captain starting in 2019. Across 157 fits at Gorica, Kahlina kept fifty three clean sheets.
