Sporting Kansas City made a huge offseason splash today, signing 25-year-old French midfielder Remi Walter to a three-year MLS contract with an option for 2024. The former France youth international is sure to bolster Sporting’s midfield ahead of a highly anticipated 2021 campaign that should—if everything goes to plan—unfold a bit more smoothly than its predecessor.
Walter has proven pedigree with experience in some of Europe’s top club competitions, but he may not be a household name in MLS circles just yet. With that in mind, here are 10 things to know about the Sporting Kansas City newcomer.