Christian Benteke, D.C. United’s marquee summer signing, finally received his work visa Tuesday and is scheduled to make his MLS debut Wednesday against New York City FC, club officials said.
Benteke, a Belgian striker who played 10 years in the Premier League, flew to New York from London and planned to join his new teammates ahead of the match at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J., against the defending MLS Cup champions.
Coach Wayne Rooney has said he is aiming to play Benteke for about 20 minutes. United’s hope of pairing him with Greek star Taxi Fountas right away were dashed, though, following an injury in Sunday’s match.