Columbus Crew SC owner Anthony Precourt made it clear after the disastrous 2016 season that big changes coming to Columbus. Speaking with MLS.com, Precourt stated, “Expect us to be aggressive this off-season. We need to improve our roster”
We have already seen the Columbus defense undergo an overhaul with departures of club staples such as goalkeeper Steve Clark, as well as Captain and center back Michael Parkhurst. The Crew SC brought in their second Designated Player Jonathan Mensah to fill in the vacated center back role, and breathe new life into the Columbus defense.