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Khmiri, 21, is the first player from Tunisia to
be signed by an MLS club. He agreed to a three-year contract
with a club option for 2022.
"Jasser is a player who caught our eye thanks to his strong
performances with the Tunisian U-21 national team," Whitecaps
coach Marc Dos Santos said in a statement. "He's 6-foot-4, he
has very good speed, and he's comfortable with the ball, which
are all qualities we are looking for in a center back. At 21
years old, we believe Jasser has a tremendous upside and that he
can become an important player for this club."
Khmiri, who hails from Tunis, Tunisia, made his professional
debut in May 2016 at age 18 with Stade Tunisien. He played three
seasons for the club, where he made 38 appearances and scored
three goals.
He garnered attention at the youth level with the Tunisian
national team and was first called up to the senior team last
January in preparation for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, then again
in September of 2018.
Khmiri will occupy an international roster spot. He'll
officially join the roster pending receipt of his International
Transfer Certificate (ITC), work permit, visa and medical
examinations.
--Field Level Media
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