SEATTLE, WASH. – Sounders FC today announced that High Performance Director Damian Roden is departing the club following the 2019 season. Roden, who joined Seattle prior to the 2018 campaign, will return to the English Premier League in an advisory role in sports science and medical performance. A search for Roden’s replacement is already underway and is being conducted by Sounders FC leadership.
“We’d like to thank Damian for everything he has done for our club,” said Sounders FC General Manager & President of Soccer Garth Lagerwey. “He’s been an integral member of our technical staff and we wish him the best as he and his family transition back to the United Kingdom.