Just as suddenly as it essentially disappeared a few weeks ago, Minnesota United’s academy looks to be coming back.
In what was described by one academy parent as a “surprise,” Manny Lagos, the club’s Chief Soccer Officer, sent an email to families on Tuesday night notifying them that United has “an exciting announcement” planned regarding the academy system.
In late June, the club cut all but one its full-time academy staff members and placed the remaining staffer on furlough. Though it’s not clear exactly how many, a significant number of families already have switched to other MLS academies or developmental clubs while others plan to do so in the near future.