LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Louisville City FC announced on Thursday it had transferred forward Tola Showunmi to Crawley Town FC of EFL League One.

The London native will return to his home country after making 10 appearances and scoring two goals for LouCity this season. Showunmi joins a growing list of LouCity players to complete a transfer out to Europe following Jonathan Gomez, Manny Perez and Josh Wynder.

“We are grateful for the time Tola spent here at Louisville City," said LouCity Head Coach Danny Cruz. "He has been extremely valuable both on and off the field. His character is what I appreciated the most. Tola supported his teammates, pushed them to be better and wanted to win on a daily basis.

“Our belief is that his transfer will continue to show players that teams are watching our club, and that if you do the right things both on and off the field, it will put you in a position to push further in your career. We wish Tola nothing but the best in the future and look forward to watching him play in England.”

A second-year pro, Showunmi arrived in Louisville this past offseason after spending his rookie season with Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, where he recorded four goals and three assists.

Crawley Town is on the move up, earning promotion this season to League One, and currently features another former USL Championship standout in midfielder Jeremy Kelly, who joined the club in January from FC Tulsa and subsequently helped the side earn promotion this past May.

“My short time in Louisville was an amazing experience,” Showunmi said. “I’m grateful for the players, staff and everyone attached to the club. Coming home to play in England has always been a goal of mine, and I'm looking forward to achieving it.”