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Brandt Bronico Joins the Independence on Loan from Charlotte FC

March 17, 2021 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Charlotte Independence News Release


(CHARLOTTE, N.C.) - Charlotte Independence today announced it has signed midfielder Brandt Bronico on loan for the duration of the 2021 season from MLS side Charlotte FC, pending league and federation approval.

"I wanted to be back in Charlotte playing soccer, so I am grateful to have the opportunity to go on loan with the Independence this season," said Bronico. "Charlotte is a place I hold close to my heart and I'm excited to continue my soccer journey back in the city."

Bronico, 25, was originally drafted by the Chicago Fire as the No. 47 overall pick in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft. In four seasons with the club, the midfielder made 66 appearances (40 starts), tallying two goals and eight assists.

A native of High Point, N.C., Bronico was traded from the Chicago Fire to Charlotte FC on Dec. 18, 2020. He became Charlotte FC's third-ever signing ahead of joining MLS in 2022, following Sergio Ruiz and Riley McGree.

"We are ecstatic about being able to work with Charlotte FC to allow Brandt to stay in Charlotte for this season," said Charlotte Independence General Manager and Head Coach Mike Jeffries. "Brandt is a huge addition to our roster, not only as a player in his prime with significant MLS experience, but his style meshes perfectly with how we play."

"This loan move is great news for both clubs, and the soccer community of Charlotte," said Charlotte FC technical director Marc Nicholls. "It gives Brandt much-needed game minutes and allows him to integrate back into a community he knows well. We're really excited about this deal with the Independence and look forward to watching them play in 2021."

Bronico played collegiately for the Charlotte 49ers from 2013-16, scoring 25 goals and adding 23 assists. As a senior in 2016, Bronico was named the Conference USA Player of the Year and second-team All-America after scoring nine goals, including four game-winners. In 2015, he led Conference USA with 10 assists.

Bronico also played on local youth teams NC Fusion and Carolina Dynamo and graduated from Wesleyan Christian Academy.

"Brandt adds another dynamic element to our midfield, where his tireless energy and technical acumen will make us stronger on both sides of the ball," said Jeffries. "I want to thank Zoran Krneta and Marc Nicholls with Charlotte FC for working with us to allow Brandt to join our group this season."

Bronico joins Jake Areman, Clay Dimick, Junior Etou, Enzo Martinez, Brandon Miller, Austin Pack, Marcelo Palomino (on loan from Houston Dynamo FC), Hugh Roberts, and Valentin Sabella (currently loaned to Cancun FC) on the list of players confirmed for the 2021 season, as the club continues to negotiate with additional players.

PLAYER PROFILE

Name: Brandt Bronico

Position: Midfielder

Birthdate: June 20, 1995 (age: 25)

Birthplace: Westminster, MD

Height: 5' 8"

Transaction: Charlotte Independence signs Brandt Bronico on loan from Charlotte FC on March 17, 2021.

CURRENT 2021 CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE ROSTER

Goalkeeper - Austin Pack, Brandon Miller

Defender - Clay Dimick, Hugh Roberts

Midfielder - Jake Areman, Brandt Bronico, Junior Etou, Enzo Martinez, Marcelo Palomino, Valentin Sabella

Forward -

The Independence will make the 2021 campaign its first season at the brand new American Legion Memorial Stadium. The $40 million entire rebuild of the historic venue which began last September is close to completion and is set to open a new chapter for the Jacks.

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