Orlando City signed Josué Colmán just over a calendar year ago. The Paraguayan signed a Young Designated Player contract and was expected to be an attacking force. A year later, Colmán, still only 20 years old, has just 10 MLS starts, one goal (that went in off his back), and five assists. Those are not exactly the numbers the front office was hoping for.
The club knew that Colmán would need time to develop. After all, the Lions signed a teenager to a five-year deal. However, he is also a YDP, occupying a DP slot, and there is an expectation that comes along with that tag.