Alabama OL Christian Bell transferring out of program

Alabama continued its roller-coaster summer Sunday, as freshman outside linebacker Christian Bell announced his plans to transfer from the program.

Bell, who was grayshirted last season, is the fourth Alabama player to attempt to transfer since the team wrapped up spring practice in April. He posted the news of his decision on his Twitter account @BELL_ringerr.

“First, I want to thank the University of Alabama for the opportunity they gave me to be a Student-Athlete and I wanna also thank my teammates for many unforgettable moments,” Bell said in the tweet. “I also would like to thank my family and friends for the support they gave me during this time. After a lot of thoughts and prayers, I have decided to transfer from the University of Alabama. Thank you again to my coaches and teammates for every moment. GOD’S PLAN! GOD FIRST!!”

Bell joined the Crimson Tide in January after sitting out last year in his grayshirt season. The 6-foot-4, 245-pounder from Hoover High School was a three-star recruit according to 247Sports.

Bell leaves the program 10 days before Alabama players are expected to report for fall camp.

This story was originally published July 24, 2016 at 7:06 PM with the headline "Alabama OL Christian Bell transferring out of program."