When MLS revealed the list of 21 clubs to kick-off the inaugural MLS NEXT Pro League there was no representative from Quebec. Many CF Montreal fans expressed concern. Toronto FC and Vancouver Whitecaps are included after all...
CF Montreal has been quite adept at injecting disgruntlement and disharmony amongst sections of its fanbase throughout 2021, but maybe, just maybe, could the decision not to join be the right one?
It really depends on how you think young players should be developed.
NEXT Pro we are led to believe will be an u23 competition, almost mimicking the model used in England where they have Professional Development Leagues for u23 and u18 levels.