D.C. United sits second in the Eastern Conference, still a contender to reach MLS Cup but in a rut after a fast start to a hopeful season. Victories and goals have dried up, exposing roster needs as the summer transfer and trade window opened Tuesday.
United has until Aug. 7 to place orders in the domestic and international markets.
A year after redefining the organization by signing English superstar Wayne Rooney, D.C. is not expected to make a major splash. But with the conference title there for the taking — the top six teams are separated by eight points — United understands it can’t stand pat.