Defensive midfielder Carlos Carmona has left Serie A club Atalanta to join MLS expansion team Atlanta United.
Atlanta announced the signing on Monday and used targeted allocation money in the deal.
Carmona, 29, played for Chile at the past two World Cups and has earned 47 caps. He comes to MLS after nine seasons in Italy, playing for Reggina and Atalanta.
"Carlos brings veteran leadership and a versatile skillset to our club," Atlanta United president Darren Eales said in a statement. "He fits in naturally with our style of play and also addresses an area of need.