Wednesday, January 23, 2008

DC United Signs Argentine Franco Niell

Goff reported yesterday that Neill had been signed to DC United and now it is confirmed. I know very little about this guy other than that he is 5' 4", he has played 60 games for Argentinos Juniors as a forward and have scored 10 goals. He is 24 years old and have been signed to a 1 year loan from the Argentine club.

It would have been nice to get a striker that could win a header or two. Reports says he is very fast and works hard and tough to get hold off, considering his height I believe that.

I think he will complement Emilio very well and it will be good to see what he can do together with a player that will actually run and try to move forward with the ball. Also nice to see that we signed a young player.

Niell is waiting for Visa and Transfer papers ro go thru and will then join the squad who will start pre season training next week.

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