Everyone's been waiting, but who's out there as a replacement? Here is my wish list for the new Director of Soccer in order:

1. Bob Bradley (post WC) - Likely to bring along a wealth of knowledge and scouting of American players, which is key to long-term success in the MLS

2. Thomas Rongen - As with Bradley, his appointment as USA U20 head coach would be very valuable to any MLS club

3. Frank Yallop - Perhaps he has lost SJ like Mo has lost TFC? But he does have a better track record than Mo

4. Holger Osieck - Did the most for soccer in this country and he still has ties to Canada. Possibly the best football tactician of any possible replacement

5. Steve Sampson - Was somewhat successful as a US head coach and is unemployed

6. Denis Hamlett - Long time coach with the Fire (since inception I believe) so he did cut his teeth with one of the premier franchises of the league before getting hired and fired as top boss last year

7. Bob Gansler - Does anyone know why he he left after year 1? He does have a lot of credibility and experience in the league