On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Union II announced the signing of Rutgers men’s soccer defender Hugo Le Guennec. It is yet another strong move to the professional ranks for a Scarlet Knights player this offseason.
Forward M.D. Myers was drafted by New York City FC and defender Sam Borden signed in Ireland.
The Philadelphia Union II is an American professional soccer team based in Chester, Pennsylvania, competing in the MLS Next Pro. Le Guennec will join a club that is affiliated with the Philadelphia Union (MLS).
Le Guennec has the potential to be an impactful player for the USL club. The Rutgers defender helped lead the Scarlet Knights to their first Big Ten Tournament Championship in school history. Le Guennec was chosen Defensive Player of the Big Ten Tournament for his effort on defense.
Union II sign defender Hugo Le Guennec!✅ pic.twitter.com/HrfxBy7821
— Philadelphia Union II (@PhilaUnionII) March 28, 2023
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While at Rutgers, Le Guennec appeared in 48 matches (46 starts) in his four years with the Scarlet Knights. The 23-year-old from France started all 19 games for Rutgers last season, ending his campaign with a career-high five points. Le Guennc scored a goal and an assist against Northwestern during the 2022 season, earning him a spot on the Top Drawer Soccer National Team of the Week (Sept. 19).
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Le Guennec was selected 2022 All-Big Ten Second Team and the United Soccer Coaches All-North Region Third Team. He also was an Academic Big Ten selection for the third consecutive season.
The Philadelphia Union II’s new defender will be added to the active roster pending receipt of his P1-Visa.
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