In the wake of Seattle’s exercised contract options for the 2019 season, it is clear that the Sounders will return a strong squad for the upcoming season. Still, the search for the third Designated Player (a slot that is rumored to possibly be disappearing after 2019) remains at the forefront of fans’ minds as the January transfer window looms.
Speaking to the media on Nov. 20, a panel that included GM Garth Lagerwey, head coach Brian Schmetzer and sporting director Chris Henderson sounded confident of a stronger start to 2019.
And they have reason to be.