When Keaton Parks joined New York City FC in the offseason, he looked like a sure-thing starter.
His objective was clear: He joined NYCFC on loan via Benfica to get first-team minutes. He hoped it could get him more time in Portugal or in New York City. He wants to be a starter for the United States men’s national team.
But it hasn’t happened yet. Through three games, the 21-year-old has played a whopping two minutes, with his lone appearance coming as an 88th-minute substitute in the 2-2 draw on opening day against Orlando City.