Minnesota United FC have introduced their roster choices forward of the 2022 Main League Soccer season, which is about to kick off on February 26.
The crew completed fifth within the Western Convention, however misplaced within the first spherical of the MLS Cup Playoffs 3-1 to Portland Timbers. The Loons haven’t missed the postseason since 2018, qualifying in three of 5 seasons since becoming a member of MLS in 2017.
Within the newest spherical of roster bulletins, Minnesota United revealed the surprising departure of Designated Participant midfielder Jan Gregus, in addition to veterans Ozzie Alonso and Ethan Finlay.
Gregus, 30, joined the crew as a chosen participant in December 2018 and have become a starter within the central midfield for two-plus seasons till an ankle damage restricted his enjoying time. Consequently, he has solely recorded 18 minutes in final season’s last three months.
His departure opens up a DP spot on the roster, leaving the Western Convention crew the possibility to signal a star.
Finlay had been with Minnesota since their inaugural 2017 season. He had 19 objectives and 12 assists in 95 MLS appearances for Minnesota. Alonso arrived forward of the 2019 season as one of many easiest defensive midfielders in league historical past.
The Loons additionally declined contract choices on Fanendo Adi, Juan Agudelo, Noah Billingsley, Jukka Raitala and Adrian Zendejas. They exercised choices on prospects Justin McMaster, Nabi Kibunguchy, Callum Montgomery and D.J. Taylor in addition to Metanire.