Tim Jones speculates why Nelson Pierre is being loaned away, above and beyond the obvious need for the young man to play while reducing the active roster down to it upper limit of 31.
Transfers
Union sell Michael Lahoud to NASL-side Miami FC
The Union confirm the transfer of Michael Lahoud to NASL-side Miami FC.
Official: Union sign Roland Alberg
Alberg comes to the Union from Dutch side ADO Den Haag on a two-year deal involving Targeted Acquisition Money.
Union acquire Brazilian center back Anderson Conceição on loan
The left-footed center back joins the Union for the 2016 season.
Union deal Maidana, Wenger to Houston
Union receive first round draft pick, General and Targeted Allocation money in exchange for Maidana and Wenger.
Official: Union sign Tranquillo Barnetta
Swiss international arrives on a free transfer in a deal involving Targeted Allocation Money.