The sides are expected to engage in serious talks soon, but those two people said Gressel and United are “in the same ballpark” in terms of compensation. In exchange for Gressel, Atlanta received $650,000 in targeted allocation money this year, $100,000 in TAM next year and up to $350,000 in additional funds, should Gressel meet performance thresholds. TAM comes from a league fund — not from team coffers — and is used to add or retain higher-end players outside normal MLS salary guidelines. “He is a player with high energy, a great attacking piece who has a tasty final ball and can score goals,” United General Manager Dave Kasper said. We are going to go for it.”ADWith salary cap space and money available, United remains in the market for another striker and defenders.

Source: Washington Post January 21, 2020 16:41 UTC