Sporting Kansas City made a momentous offseason splash on Tuesday, acquiring 28-year-old Mexican striker Alan Pulido on a club-record transfer fee from Liga MX side C.D. Guadalajara.
Pulido, who joins Sporting as one of the most heralded signings in club history, boasts a decade of big-game experience, trophy-laden success and an overall track record that has Manager Peter Vermes believing he “embodies all of the attributes we value at our club.”
This, of course, begs the question: why should supporters be excited about Pulido’s arrival in Kansas City? What makes his addition to the squad such a big deal?