Last week, MLSsoccer.com senior producer Andrew Wiebe tabbed Sporting Kansas City as a darkhorse candidate to win the MLS is Back Tournament, which will begin July 8 at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
In a similar vein, MLSsoccer.com's Greg Seltzer has labeled one of Sporting's brightest young talents as a breakout candidate for next month's tournament.
Gianluca Busio turned 18 years old on May 28 but has already established himself as a key piece in Sporting's midfield. He made 26 appearances in all competitions last year and could be poised for an increased role this season, especially with Sporting midfielder Felipe Gutierrez set to miss the rest of 2020 with a knee injury.