BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Birmingham Legion FC announced on Thursday it had transferred forward Marlon Santos to Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona FC. Terms of the transaction will not be disclosed.

“We are excited for Marlon to have this opportunity in Israel,” said Jay Heaps, Legion FC President and General Manager. “We feel this transfer highlights the quality within Legion FC and across the USL Championship, while also setting our club up for success moving forward.

“We wish Marlon the best in his move to Kiryat Shmona and thank him for all of his efforts in his time in Birmingham, both on and off the field.”

Marlon finished the 2022 season tied for second on Legion FC with nine goals, while his 49 shots ranked third, and he added 32 chances created and two assists. He is already in Israel with his new team.