Colorado Rapids announced today that midfielder Emmanuel Appiah and forward Caleb Calvert have been loaned to Charlotte Independence of the United Soccer League (USL). Per the Right of Recall incorporated in both loan agreements, Colorado Rapids retain the right to recall either player at any point during the MLS regular season, subject to MLS roster compliance guidelines.
“This will be a great opportunity for Emmanuel and Calvert to progress in their development," said Brian Crookham, Rapids Senior Director of Soccer Development. “We feel that gaining quality minutes with Charlotte will allow both players to build on the fantastic preseason they had.