Orlando acquires Austria's Ercan Kara as Designated Player

Orlando City SC acquired forward Ercan Kara from Rapid Vienna in Austria's top league and he is set to join the Lions as a designated player.

January 27, 2022 • 6:28 PM

Orlando City SC acquired forward Ercan Kara from Rapid Vienna in Austria's top league and he is set to join the Lions as a designated player.

Kara, 26, was signed to a three-year deal through 2024, with club options for 2025 and 2026.

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In three seasons with Rapid Vienna, also known as Rapid Wien, Kara scored 55 goals with 23 assists in 108 games across all competitions. The 6-foot-4 forward has also made seven appearances with Austria's national team, making his debut last year in a World Cup qualifying game.

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