Philadelphia Union have announced that they have signed midfielder Marcus Epps. Epps was the Union’s first selection in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft on Jan. 13 in Los Angeles, going 25th overall. Philadelphia traded up in the draft with Minnesota to acquire the 25th pick, which they would use to select Epps.
“We are thrilled to sign Marcus and have him join Philadelphia Union,” Philadelphia Union Sporting Director Earnie Stewart said. “Marcus impressed us over his collegiate career and has continued to show his abilities throughout this preseason. We are excited to see what he will bring to our club in years to come.