Kharkiv announced the transfer of Ukrainian defender Artem Smolyakov, who played in MLS for Los Angeles.
The transfer took place on the basis of a one-year loan, which includes an option to buy the 23-year-old defender. Financial details are not disclosed.
In the new club, the defender will play under the 29th jersey number.
Los Angeles acquired Smolyakov from Polissya in February 2025 for 2 million euros. The contract of the 23-year-old Ukrainian defender with the American club is valid until December 31, 2028.