Frank Lampard’s New York City FC career was controversial, to say the least. However, his goal scoring ability — he bagged 12 in just over 1400 minutes last year — was unmatched by any player on the team not named David Villa. When Lampard departed, the debate immediately ensued: who would fill his role in 2017?
The signing of Maxi Moralez did little to decrease those worries. A 5’3” player who doesn't even start in Liga MX... how is he supposed to replace Frank Lampard, the only midfielder to score over 150 goals in the Premier League?