The Portland Timbers have signed New Zealand international Bill Tuiloma to provide depth at defensive midfield and center back, a source confirmed to the Oregonian/OregonLive Monday.

Stumptown Footy first reported the signing. According to Stumptown Footy writer Chris Rifer, the Timbers have signed Tuiloma through the 2017 season with an option to keep him on in 2018.

The 22-year-old Tuiloma has been a feature in the developmental system of French top division side Olympique de Marseille since 2013.

Tuiloma made 22 appearance for Olympique de Marseille's second team last season. He also previously went on loan to Strasbourg in 2015.

The New Zealand native has been a regular with the New Zealand National Team as well. He has made 21 appearances for New Zealand since making his international debut in 2013.

The Timbers have had their depth tested at both defensive midfield and center back this season as they've dealt with an onslaught of injuries, as well as suspensions and international call-ups. Tuiloma should provide important depth at the positions, though it is unclear where he will fit in the depth chart alongside Amobi Okugo, Ben Zemanski and Lawrence Olum.

Here is a look at Tuiloma making a fantastic save off the line for New Zealand:

-- Jamie Goldberg | jgoldberg@oregonian.com

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