Philadelphia Union have announced that they have signed defender Jack Elliott, who becomes the third member of the club’s 2017 MLS SuperDraft class to ink an MLS contract, joining Marcus Epps and Aaron Jones. Elliott was originally selected by the club on January 17 at 77th overall and has been with the Union during their preseason training in its entirety. Elliott is set to be added to the Union’s active roster pending receipt of his P-1 Visa.
“We are excited to welcome Jack to the Union as he officially signs an MLS contract and joins our centerback group,” said Philadelphia Union Sporting Director Earnie Stewart.