There's also rumors of MLS adding a 4th DP spot next year or perhaps some other roster rule changes that could allow this to happen
2024 Roster and Transfer Discussion Thread
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I just realized -- We could sign him as a U-22 signing as long as Andrade doesn't return.
Parks and Morales weren’t particularly good last year. No issue with any of the non returnees except Owosu. My understanding is Nico has the ability to play somewhere and it was mutual to let his option expire.
This team needs a massive influx of talent. I’m happy that we are already linked to two statement signings this off-season. But we need a hell of a lot more from Thiago, Bakri and Fernandez. All of those guys have been underwhelming frankly. Even Santi took a massive step back last season.
This team needs a massive influx of talent. I’m happy that we are already linked to two statement signings this off-season. But we need a hell of a lot more from Thiago, Bakri and Fernandez. All of those guys have been underwhelming frankly. Even Santi took a massive step back last season.
I do feel that we saw several players have seasons below what we've come to expect. A lot of people call out Magno, but I don't think Sands or Parks were as strong as we've been used to seeing either. Some of that might just be the team dynamic not working, so the individual players haven't performed as well.
As for Santi, I think he's been his usual inconsistent self. Sometimes making poor decisions or missing on execution, sometimes driving things forward well. I think there is a substantial drop off from Maxi to Santi at the #10 spot. Santi doesn't have Maxi's understanding of the game or knowledge of where to progress the attack. To be fair, not many players do - I am appreciating what he brought to the team even more in his absence.
As for Santi, I think he's been his usual inconsistent self. Sometimes making poor decisions or missing on execution, sometimes driving things forward well. I think there is a substantial drop off from Maxi to Santi at the #10 spot. Santi doesn't have Maxi's understanding of the game or knowledge of where to progress the attack. To be fair, not many players do - I am appreciating what he brought to the team even more in his absence.
This is one of my main concerns with Cushing. Several of our players have regressed under his watch. I, too, noticed Santi, Parks, Sands, Magno and Morales having subpar seasons this year.
A great manager is improving his players and inspiring them to dig deep each week to win. We're not seeing that.
A great manager is improving his players and inspiring them to dig deep each week to win. We're not seeing that.
Frankly, it's the main reason I thought they were going to fire him at the end of the season. I was really surprised to read they're hanging onto him, but I imagine he's on a short leash next year.
TBF, Santi is 13 years younger than Maxi. I wonder what Maxi's vision and decision making was like in 2010.
I think his ticket got punched when we picked up Birks Risa. That was supposed to be Kwaku's slot. For whatever reason, he just never seemed to be able to grab it.
He's still young, though. Just turns 23 in December. So, there's still time for him to find his game and take it to the next level.
He sure showed signs of being capable of it at the Deuce. A couple games I watched, he was an outright monster.
name that comes up is robert lewandowski but do you really think he's going to leave europe rn? I doubt it.
It drives me crazy when we get a rumor about a player, then there's nothing more as follow-up. What ever happened to the Arezo rumors? Are they dead? Negotiating? It would be nice if some reporters would advance that story.
nothing is going to be announced or followed up until the end of their seasons in south america at the earliest. so dont expect anything until mid December. in Arezo's case there is not much more follow up after "advanced stage in negotiation" next step would be signing or he accepted another offer.
We don’t have any beat reporters to dig into rumors. Hopefully some of the national guys will report on it if continues to progress. I share your frustration.
Q&A | David Lee on 2023, Next Season & More | New York City FC
Following the conclusion of New York City Football Club's 2023 season, Sporting Director David Lee sat down to reflect on the year and discuss a number of issues related to the Club.
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I also tweeted this, but who the hell was asking the questions for this Q&A?Q&A | David Lee on 2023, Next Season & More | New York City FC
Following the conclusion of New York City Football Club's 2023 season, Sporting Director David Lee sat down to reflect on the year and discuss a number of issues related to the Club.
There's no author attributed to this at all.
That's been the norm, I think, since Mark Booth stopped putting out content under his name. He's still listed as "Director, Content" on the website, by the way. His sudden, unannounced withdrawal as a public face for the team while remaining listed on the Front Office Staff page is one of the club's mysteries.
