After David Villa’s exit and weeks of quiet to start the offseason, New York City FC finally have a plan in place.
A flurry of signings, highlighted by the surprising addition of U.S. national team midfielder Keaton Parks, who is joining NYCFC on loan from Portuguese giants Benfica, signals the club is looking for more attacking options in the midfield.
Retaining midfielder Ebenezer Ofori for another season gives NYCFC a solid option at defensive midfield, while signing Brooklyn-bred teen Justin Haak to a homegrown contract (the club’s third academy signing in as many years), shows they are committed to his future as Alex Ring’s successor.