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Charlotte FC acquired defender Bill Tuiloma from the Portland Timbers on Thursday in exchange for $800,000 in general allocation money.

The Timbers receive a guaranteed $500,000 in GAM in 2023 and $300,000 in 2024, plus a conditional $100,000 in 2025 if certain performance metrics are reached. Portland also retains 15 percent of any future transfer fees if Tuiloma is sold outside of MLS.

Tuiloma, 27, set career highs with six goals and three assists in 30 games (24 starts) with Portland last season.

“We are excited to welcome Bill to Charlotte FC as we keep adding strong pieces to a competitive roster for 2023 and beyond,” said Charlotte sporting director Zoran Krneta. “He is a defender who adds valuable experience to the team with over 100 appearances across five full seasons in MLS, as well as significant time with the New Zealand national team.”

Tuiloma joined the Timbers in 2017 and the New Zealand native leaves Portland with 10 goals and six assists in 107 regular-season games.

“It has been great pleasure to have had Bill with us for the past few years,” Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese said. “I want to thank Bill for all he has given us and always wish him the best.”

–Field Level Media