FC Cincinnati announced Thursday that Eric Stevenson is returning for the 2017 season, while former Louisville City FC talent Kadeem Dacres is also joining the club. Both moves are pending league and federation approval.

“It’s so exciting to have Eric back with FCC,” said Head Coach John Harkes. “I saw his talent on display through the season and I know he is looking forward to building on that with the club in 2017. We see Eric as a vital attacking piece to our style of play and it’s always a good thing to have Ohio players representing the club.”

Stevenson was tied for fourth on the team with four goals and added three assists to finish with 11 points. The midfielder, who scored FCC’s goal in the quarterfinal playoff match against Charleston Battery, took 23 shots while playing in 29 fixtures and making 15 starts.