Jamiro Monteiro will be the first player to wear No. 35 for the Philadelphia Union.
The Dutch-born Cape Verde international midfielder arrived in Chester on Tuesday and had his first training session with his new teammates on Wednesday. The midfielder who has made only two appearances with FC Metz in France’s Ligue 2 this season is still awaiting international paperwork to clear before he can become available for selection.
Sporting Director Ernst Tanner said he expects the 25-year-old to be ready to play at the latest in time for the Union’s next home game against Columbus Crew on March 23.