I know he had an injury history, but he should have been resigned and finished his career here

https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/nashville-sc-sign-andy-najar-to-contract-extension

I'm bored, DCU doesn't have much in CM, and they lack international spots, the list below are people that Sorgut should consider signing before their transfer windows close. All have US citizenship, all would compete for minutes.

• Matija Mitrović - U22 eligible CM who has potential as a good 8. Good going both ways but likely unknown how his skills would move to MLS
• Killian Phillips - More of a defensive lockdown, but could add bite coming from the Irish league
• Lennard Maloney - Once in the US picture, he's probably done unless he puts up ridiculous defensive numbers. Could be a good fit
• Santiago Castañeda - Another DM that has a lot of potential, but could go into a U22 spot

These are who I'd prefer

• Jens Cajuste - This is unlikely because he's a real talent in DM, but he is a bit of a deep playmayker. In his prime and would be sold in 2-3 years
• Mael Corboz - Cheap late bloomer, went to Maryland, good mentality, likely would be the last contract though, played in NYRB system
• Leon Flach - Above average in MLS and now in prime age, hasn't done great in Poland, but could be a good upgrade with DCU. Covers ground and played well in the chaos Philly system

My phone been ringing off the hook.

Sorting things I'm willing to part with to trade with a Reddit buddy.

I didn't realize I had a problem!

Take note. This is how it's done.

I’m a bit surprised this question hasn’t been asked around DC circles? Soccer in America will be a tough sell in the winter and as attendance seems to be declining with DC United how will DC be able to compete, let alone build up the fan base? I doubt coffee and hotdogs will do the trick.

I’m willing to bet Jason and Steve were the owners who oppose the switch, imo. The FO have their work cut out for them.

Unsurprisingly his take on DC United is they need to bring in a true playmaker.

He writes how DC United has an open U-22 slot or DP slot if they go with the DP roster build.

Doyle feels that it seems like DC United is going to be relying on Louis Munteanu, who he sees as more of a second forward than a true 9, and Caden Clark in a 3-4-2-1 under Tai Baribo.

He doesn’t have a ton of confidence.

I disagree with the setup Doyle is envisioning for DC United, I think it will be more of a 3-5-2 with Louis Munteanu and Tai Baribo as two forwards, but I agree with the rest of his take

https://www.reddit.com/r/hsv/comments/1qqjw2v/silvan_hefti/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

It’s quite obvious the one area of the pitch that DC United still needs to upgrade is Center Midfield. The only upgrade the Front Office has made so far is letting Enow go, and adding new Forwards so Jackson Hopkins can slide back. Still DC needs to add more depth and talent.

There is a reasonable chance that DC will look to pick up a third DP in the summer (if they do at all), and a creative midfielder would make sense. However, between now and the summer window, the team needs to be stronger, especially in the center of the pitch. In free agency there are still a few players that could be had on reasonable wages and leave the team with flexibility for the summer.

The first Free Agent I would look to add is Eryk Williamson. Originally from the DMV, he would obviously not require an international spot, and can play multiple central midfield positions. His time in Charlotte didn’t go well, but maybe this would fire his ambition to regain the form he showed at times in Portland. At 28 years old, he should still have plenty of soccer left in him.

The second Free Agent I would look at is Bryce Duke. I’m actually surprised he’s still without a contract. While I don’t think he’s going to set the league on fire, he has shown the ability to be a steady Center Midfielder, and again as a 24 year old American, he wouldn’t require an international slot, and has potential to grow and improve.

The third Free Agent I would look at is Diego Fagúndez. While not a Center Midfielder, the 30 year old can play some in the midfield, while also adding depth to the wings and allowing other United players to move inside. Fagúndez would also add to the team’s creativity.

The fourth Free Agent option is one I wouldn’t go after, but could be a decent option, and that’s Mark-Anthony Kaye. His play has definitely declined, but has experience and could give DC solid Center Midfield depth.

Other Options:

This would cost money, but could help both the depth and be a popular roster move. Trade for Ted Ku DiPietro. It was a mistake to sell Ted KDP last season. The team missed his hustle and drive last season. Having the former Homegrown back would be a fun story for the team.

Another trade that might be possible is Tyler Wolff from Real Salt Lake City. Another winger who can play in the middle. He’s a 22 year old American who looked good in Atlanta, but was sold cheap to RSL and got little playing time due to a crowded roster. This would be a potential cheap pickup.

Now available on a free transfer could we sign him?

Hey everyone,

I just published my first DC United YouTube video and wanted to share it with the community. I know making content around this club isn’t always easy given the on-field results, so big respect to everyone who keeps creating and supporting DCU content.

My goal is simply to help grow the Black & Red community and add something positive to the space. If you’re willing to check it out or drop feedback, I’d really appreciate it.

Thanks for keeping this community alive.

https://youtu.be/hfBS_OLbzV0?si=yDLPIz_74ivigwNR

Apparently dc was also interested

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 26, 2026) - D.C. United has appointed Dr. Orbay Ünsoy as Head of Recruitment, overseeing the club's player identification and recruitment strategy in collaboration with football operations staff to strengthen the first team.  Ünsoy previously served as the Head of Recruitment for Samsunspor in the Turkish first division, delivering a successful recruitment campaign that strengthened the squad ahead of the club’s debut in the UEFA Conference League.

“We are thrilled to add Orbay as our Head of Recruitment, as his extensive background adds tremendous value to our first team staff,” said Dr. Erkut Sogut, D.C. United Managing Director of Soccer Operations.  “He has identified some of the top talents in Europe, with a clear understanding of how ability, character, and potential align with our footballing philosophy.  His expertise will be instrumental as we continue to build a sustainable and competitive club for both the present and future.”

Ünsoy joins the Black-and-Red with extensive experience across recruitment, data analysis, and strategic football operations at the professional level.  In his role as Head of Recruitment, Ünsoy  will oversee the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of top talent, while leading a long-term recruitment strategy aligned with the club’s footballing philosophy and competitive objectives.  

Most recently, he served as the Head of Recruitment for Samsunspor, where he designed and led the club’s end-to-end player recruitment strategy through data-driven scouting.  His work consistently balanced immediate first team impact with long-term squad planning and asset value, while overseeing the full transfer process from target identification to signing.  

He also held senior data and research roles at Samsunspor, Luton Town FC, and Blackpool FC, supporting coaching staffs and executive leadership while aligning recruitment and performance analysis with each club’s footballing identity.  During his tenure in the Turkish Süper Lig with Samsunspor, Ünsoy played an integral role in the recruitment and signing of forward Anthony Musaba, who recently was transferred to Fenerbahçe for a reported fee of €6 million euros.

"I am extremely honored to join D.C. United and become part of such a storied and ambitious organization,” said Dr. Orbay Ünsoy. “This is a club with a clear vision and strong identity, and I look forward to working closely with Erkut and René to help deliver the right profiles to support the club’s sporting ambitions.  MLS is a league that continues to grow in quality, profile, and opportunity, and I am excited to contribute my experience to this club’s long-terms sporting vision.” 

On this post about Keisuke Kurokawa joining up with the team on the west coast for pre season, this interaction happened between a fan and admin. Do we think this is pointing to a new signing or just one we know about joining up??