re: Some Of Our Guys Opting To Develop In MLS Rather Than Europe

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If we are to be a top league, in terms of tactics and level of play, then we need our best players abroad, and for them to return to coach and teach the next generation of players. This is the best model for an up and coming league. We aren't there at a tactical level or a technical level, and I'm not sure it is the best option for some of our players to stay in the MLS, unless the league gets exponentially better. Or rather, I'd like for our young players to go abroad to big leagues to play for bigger teams, otherwise I don't see the point in playing in Sweden or Norway.

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It seems to me that the best option is a mixture of homegrown talent while still sending some of your guys to Europe. Whatever the best route is, it seems MLS have found a happy medium and the league is really doing its thing. It's exciting to watch.