It began with center back Amro Tarek, who asked for his released from Columbus Crew SC back in early May. After making just one appearance for the Black & Gold in the opening portion of the Major League Soccer season, the center back was ready to go. A week later, Kei Kamara - who tied for the MLS lead with 22 goals in 2015 - was traded to the New England Revolution after speaking out in regards to teammate Federico Higuain.
Could there be a third Crew SC player leaving Columbus in the first half of the 2016 season?