It was not much of a surprise on Thursday when Columbus Crew SC announced the signing of 23-year old defender Nicolai Næss from Norwegian club Stabæk. As is often the case these days, the news was reported a day previous as all but done.
For some fans, who were hoping for a more high-profile name to join the Black & Gold and help turn around a disappointing season, the transfer news may have been a bit of a letdown.
If you are in that camp, have no fear. The transfer window does not close for nearly two more weeks and Crew SC is still at work to bring in at least one more addition.