LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Louisville City FC announced on Tuesday the signing of versatile left-footed Irish player Sean Russell. The signing is pending league and federation approval, while terms of Russell's contract were not disclosed.

Russell arrives in Louisville after winning a League of Ireland First Division championship at Limerick F.C., a team coached by his father, Martin Russell, who spent time with Manchester United and other notable European clubs during his own playing career.

"We're excited about Sean," said City Head Coach James O'Connor. "He's got a nice left foot -- good quality – and can shoot. We think he fits the criteria and profile of what we're looking for with a great attitude and great character."

The fellow Irishman O'Connor said he could see Russell, a 23-year-old native of Dublin, playing at any of left back, left wing and the attacking midfield.

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With Russell, Limerick F.C. went unbeaten through a stretch of 25 straight games in 2016, a run that earned the club promotion back to Ireland's top-level Premier Division. As his team went an impressive 24-1-3 over the season, Russell logged more than 1,200 minutes and scored two goals. Russell also had three goals in the club’s 2015 campaign.

"I find I contribute most through my attacking play," Russell said. "Passing, crossing, shooting and set piece-taking are areas where I think I can help the team. Over the past few years, having played in a number of positions, I've also developed my defensive and all-around game.

"The main accomplishment in Louisville would of course be to win trophies. Louisville City is a good club and will be looking to push on from last year. Hopefully we can do that. I managed to experience my first league title back in Ireland, and it's a feeling I will definitely be looking to repeat."

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O'Connor met with Russell while on a recent scouting trip to England and Ireland.

"He's a kid who wants to get better," O’Connor said. "Having had the conversation with him, personal growth is important to him, as it is me and everyone else who's associated with this club."

Russell joins Devon "Speedy" Williams, a central midfielder who helped the New York Red Bulls II claim the USL Cup and the league’s regular season championship in 2016, as a newcomer to Louisville's roster.

O'Connor has under contract 13 returners as well from a club that advanced to the USL Eastern Conference Final for a second consecutive season.