Thursday, January 8, 2009

DC United Signs Marc Burch


This one we have been waiting for and now it is finalized. Playing 28 games last year (1817 minutes), starting 21 of those. He was a forward in college but has been playing some midfield but mostly defense for DC United. He has a booming left foot, hard worker.
He has from time to time been having problems on the flank, but I think most of that has been caused by inconsistent play by the central defenders which was caused by injuries and horrible coaching. Having shaky Zach Wells in the goal probably didn't build any confidence.

I think Marc could be pretty good on the flank if the defensive line would stabilize, back there it is a lot about trust, knowing what the guy next to you is doing and knowing that the goalie is not sleeping.

Depending on how the negotiations with Peralta and Martinez goes, will probably detemine if Burch will be a starter or not.

Any details regarding the contract is not released.

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