After a string of reports dating back to this preseason, New York City FC has announced the signing of Gary Mackay-Steven. The Scottish winger joins on a free transfer upon the expiration of his contract with Aberdeen FC.
In the press release, NYCFC Sporting Director Claudio Reyna stated that Mackay-Steven is an “out-and-out winger that can play on both sides of pitch and strengthens our attacking options.”
Mackay-Steven is the latest addition to a an NYCFC squad that is already pretty deep when it comes their options at the winger position. As of right now, City’s attacking options consists of Alexandru Mitrita, Ismael Tajouri-Shradi, Jesus Medina, and Taty Castellanos.