Francois joins the Rhinos after spending the last two seasons in Portugal. The 23-year-old played for second-division sides Felgueiras 1932 and SC Vila Real, scoring four goals in 40 matches.

Francois has competed internationally for the Haiti U23 National Team, and made three appearances during its Olympic Qualifying campaign in 2015.

"Christiano impressed us during training camp," said Pulisic, "He's a fast and dynamic winger. He's quick and has an extremely good work rate. He'll be useful in both attack and defense, and puts his heart into everything he does."

Francois played his collegiate soccer at the University of Maryland, where he recorded five goals and four assists in 24 appearances as a freshman. In 2013, Francois played for Premier Development League side the Baltimore Bohemians before being claimed by Major League Soccer’s D.C. United via a waiver draft on in 2014. He then made 10 appearances on loan with the USL’s Richmond Kickers, where he recorded one goal in 10 appearances.