The signatures continue to roll in for Memphis 901 FC, with two players from last season deciding on renewing their contracts with the team.
Midfielder Leston Paul, who arrived at AutoZone Park from Trinidad & Tobago’s Central FC in 2019, has made 31 appearances and 19 starts in the previous two seasons. He provides a steely presence in the center of the park, and can help provide a stable base for whoever is partnered alongside him.
“Over the previous two seasons, Leston has shown his leadership and experience both on and off the field,” said 901 FC sporting director Tim Howard. “We are excited to be bringing back someone with his winning mentality and high soccer I.Q.”
The second returnee is a familiar face: University of Memphis alum Raúl González, who has been with 901 FC since its first season. He unfortunately missed the team’s inaugural campaign with a knee injury, but started to ease back into action last year, making seven appearances and three starts. And in January of this year, González was called up to play for the Puerto Rico national team for the first time, representing a huge personal achievement.
“We are pleased to have Raúl return for another year,” said Howard. “He is one of a handful of players who has been with us since our inaugural season and his versatility and athleticism will be an important addition to the roster.”
For now, the roster size is up to nine players, with Paul and González joining returnees Dan Metzger, Mark Segbers, and Zach Carroll, as well as new arrivals Kyle Murphy, John Berner, Mitch Guitar, and Kadeem Dacres.
