Will Ricardo Pepi stay or will he go?

Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Now that FC Dallas’ playoff hunt is mathematically and irrefutably over, the biggest looming question in Frisco is the future of one Ricardo Pepi.

Let’s start with the hard truth - Pepi is under contract through 2026. Considering how quickly things have unfolded for him and for FC Dallas, getting Pepi to sign a big contract may be the smartest business move for the team in recent years. They did it at the right time, just as Pepi’s rise was unfolding.

However, in recent weeks, rumors abound that Pepi is ready to take the next step in his career abroad. Sources are now reporting that Pepi has agreed to personal terms with Wolfsburg, although other suitors are…