One (very) big reason why the team didn't just sign and sell Lucas Cavallini was his 2023 option salary — $2.8M US.
Pretty sure he'll pass Stage 1 of the re-entry draft; not too many potential MLS suitors for a six-goal scorer at that price, regardless of being a WC striker.

— J.J. Adams (@TheRealJJAdams) November 14, 2022