SEASIDE, Calif. – Monterey Bay FC announced on Wednesday it had has signed Georgian midfielder Giorgi Lomtadze to a multi-year deal ahead of the 2026 USL Championship season. The transaction is pending league and federation approval.

Lomtadze joins Monterey Bay from Dinamo Tbilisi of the Erovnuli Liga, Georgia’s top flight, where he made 15 appearances across all competitions in the 2025 campaign. Prior to joining Dinamo Tbilisi, Lomtadze spent three seasons with fellow Erovnuli Liga club FC Gagra. Across three seasons, he logged 12 goals and five assists in 91 appearances and 5,374 minutes of action.

“I’m excited to join Monterey Bay FC and be part of a club that is building something special,” said Lomtadze. “I felt the ambition and the unity within the organization from the very first conversations. I’m ready to work hard and help the team to achieve its goal. I can’t wait to get on the field, compete, and give everything for the badge of MBFC and the 831.”

Overall, the 24-year-old has made 133 appearances in the Erovnuli Liga, with additional prior stops at FC Samredia and FC Sila. In addition to his domestic experience, Lomtadze has represented Georgia at each of the U-17, U-19, and U-21 levels, earning a total of 10 youth international caps.

“Giorgi comes from Dinamo Tbilisi, which is the most successful club in Georgian football,” said Monterey Bay FC Head Coach Jordan Stewart. “Coming from an environment where winning, pressure, and high expectations are the standard, Giorgi arrives with valuable experience that will raise the level of our group. He’s an exciting attacking player who can beat opponents 1v1, whether out wide or operating centrally, and he gives us real versatility and creativity in the final third.

“Just as important, he brings leadership qualities and a strong professional mentality that will help drive our team forward. We believe his experience and character will play a big role in our success, while also providing him with the platform to continue pushing toward his own goals.”