KC’s Front Office Again Lends an Ear to Supporters.

By: Michael | July 21st, 2007

Posted at BigSoccer.com, Robb Heineman has once again asked for KC supporter’s opinions on the direction of the club. Such posts always generate great discussion, and go far in helping the committed fanbase feel even more like a part of the organization. I think Heineman’s questions accurately underscore the team’s current direction, and have posted his poll (along with my opinions) here:

1. where would you like to play in ‘08? (to clarify a. high school stadium, b. arrowhead c. other ideas you have)
I think a HS stadium is a step backwards and the only way ahead would be a SSS, so my choice would be another year at the Arrowhead.

2. who would you like to play in friendly matches and where?
At home, against Atlas. Is there a better way to catch the eye of the local football population who don’t already attend matches?

3. would you rather build a stadium in kansas or missouri?
Missouri.

4. if you could pick-out and sign our DP who would it be?
I would love to see us make a splash in the international transfer market and also buck the current trend of signing post-peak talent. Bringing in a young Latin American player who has been tracked by European clubs by offering a similar amount of money and the opprotunity to play first team soccer would be ideal in my opinion. As for position, I would lean on looking for a central midfielder, someone to be a Zavagnin or Preki-esque presense as he grows into his talent. Let’s find a young guy who will be a franchise player for years to come and believes in the vision of the club and the MLS.

5. if you could trade for anybody in the league, who would it be?
The thought of this year’s best rookies (Altidore and Harrington) on the same squad is enough to finish my search with Altidore.

6. preseason - argentina or spain?
Argentina was great and has certainly served our team well, but now that we have established a connection there, why not go to Spain? La Liga is easily the most underrated league in the world and as has been suggested before - wouldn’t sister city Sevilla make a great partnership?

7. promote pierron or reynolds?
Too close to call in my opinion…