Following the 2021 MLS season, Orlando City lost much of its offensive production. Chris Mueller departed for Hibernian FC in Scotland and Daryl Dike was sold to English Championship side West Bromwich Albion. Additionally, Nani’s option was not exercised and Alexandre Pato was out of contract.
The Lions made multiple signings to rebuild the attack. In addition to resigning Pato, the club brought in Uruguayan attacker Facundo Torres as a Young Designated Player and Austrian striker Ercan Kara as a Designated Player.
After initially closing all preseason games to the public and media, the club has provided access to two of the first three games, giving fans and media the opportunity to see where the new attack currently stands.