Originally Posted by
69Chevy396
The thread is not about TFC, or DPs in MLS, it is focussed on the potential arrival of one of the best footballers of the generation, who, despite his age, remains incredibly able, particularly in a third tier league such as MLS. Pirlo was named Serie A player of the year in 2014 because he was, the leagues best player...it will be a treat to see him here, similar to the arrival of Beckham, bringing much needed entertainment. No way New York can structure their long term plan around older players, but as a follower of soccer, wouldn't you prefer to watch Pirlo, Villa, Lampard, over the usual bums that stack expansion clubs? Remember Lombardo? Harmse? We have had our share of hacks in MLS.