Patrick Vieira had a successful debut season in the MLS last year as the manager of NYCFC. Moving the team from 10 victories to 15 in 2016, and up to 2nd place in the East from finishing 8th in their expansion season.
Frank Lampard announced his retirement this week, and there are rumors that Mix Diskerud will be traded before the start of the season. On Wednesday the club announced the signing of a new midfielder who should slot right into the starting line-up for Vieira’s ball playing style.
Alex Ring, joins New York City FC from 2.