SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio FC announced on Thursday it had signed midfielder and Texas native Juan Niño for the upcoming 2017 USL season, pending league and federation approval.

Niño joins San Antonio FC after impressing during his time on trial with the club during the 2017 preseason. The 26-year-old joins from Colombia where he played for Barranquilla in 2016, totaling 570 minutes over 10 appearances. Niño also spent time with Colombian first division club Atletico Huila from 2015-16 where he made 29 appearances over two seasons, playing 1889 total minutes.

“Juan came into preseason camp and impressed the coaching staff,” said SAFC Head Coach Darren Powell. “He brings a positive attitude every day and shows good character. He played well in the preseason game and showed good quality on the ball. We’re really excited to have him on the team.”