TFC to unveil Frings, Koevermans as newest signings, Winter not out

[DangerRed]

Presser over. Now, let's get these two upcoming Vancouver losses out of the way and let's see some goals!

[ag futbol]

Yeah, the rumors were bs

[bones]

Ok we have a 'Frings' and a 'Frei' we just need an 'Onionring'

Bones...

[TFC07]

Canadian defender,McKenna maybe?

Oh man, I wish! He will be perfect leader for us.

[Keyman]

Koevermans admits he came here because he is too old to play in Holland lol duno about a DP spot for him. time will tell.

[denime]

Dejan Jakovic please.

Yeah,I that would work.

Trade JDG to DC for Dejan.

[TFC07]

So this is a confirmed trade?

Andrew Hainault could be in there as well, but I think Jakovic is a much better fit for the team given his ability to pass out of the back.

Winter said he's looking for a leader in backline. I don't think those players fit the bill.

[flatpicker]

Koevermans admits he came here because he is too old to play in Holland lol duno about a DP spot for him. time will tell.

Yeah... but I really don't care about his reasons, so long as he scores goals.
(Something we haven't much of from this team)

[yellowfellow]

Yeah,I that would work.

Trade JDG to DC for Dejan.

JDG and DeRo in DC? That will set off DeRo again for his DP contract

[Suds]

Oh please for the love of God ... please make these two guys work out!

[eustacchio]

JDG and DeRo in DC? That will set off DeRo again for his DP contract

hilarious

[Waggy]

Conspiracy theory: Thanks to NBA lockout MLSE has an extra 60 million dollars sitting around this year. And looks like they decided to spend some on TFC. Allah buddah jesus I love you all! It's about time!

[Belfast_Boy]

31 and 35. oh boy.
dont get me wrong. always like Frings but that was many moons ago.
like Suds said I hope this works.

[Island Man]

Frings is only 34!!!

[Thomas]

It says they can't play till mid July, but can they practice with the team.

[mastermixer]

It says they can't play till mid July, but can they practice with the team.

Good question?? Anyone know? It would be great if they could get acclimated to the team instead of being thrown out there July 20

[Ossington Mental Youth]

id be shocked if they werent able to practice with the team

[Island Man]

So what number with Tchani wear?

[TFCmatty]

From Torstens Website (Translated from Deutsch):

Toronto, Canada - 29.06.2011 - I've decided: After careful consideration, I'm going to play in the future for the Toronto FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) for my decision, there were good reasons I had several inquiries from Europe.. America and the Emirates;.. Although some also from the Bundesliga would have been interesting and even though lucrative, I was intrigued by the challenge of America is by far the most I've long been a big fan of this continent and now have the chance to land and experienced people and know where I'm doing what I enjoy most: play football.

When Toronto FC has convinced me the whole package: a city with a high quality of life in a great country, full stadiums, professional environment and the vision of the club that I can help shape a central role. That's why I signed for 2.5 years. I would really appreciate if we stay, "across the pond" in conjunction. I will keep you up to date here and tell you about my (football) adventure.

Yours, Torsten

[Serb_Star]

Great signings!

Hopefully this means the end of JDG.

[Auzzy]

After watching some Frings highlights...

I'm just attempting to imagine Joao Plata trying to grab the ball from Frings to take a quick free kick or PK... LOL

[Mango Kid]

Super excited. According to wiki, he has 4 caps at the senior international level.

That means he's twice as good as Mista!

I might be wrong, but...

2 x 0 = 0

[Azerban]

From Torstens Website (Translated from Deutsch):

Toronto, Canada - 29.06.2011 - I've decided: After careful consideration, I'm going to play in the future for the Toronto FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) for my decision, there were good reasons I had several inquiries from Europe.. America and the Emirates;.. Although some also from the Bundesliga would have been interesting and even though lucrative, I was intrigued by the challenge of America is by far the most I've long been a big fan of this continent and now have the chance to land and experienced people and know where I'm doing what I enjoy most: play football.

When Toronto FC has convinced me the whole package: a city with a high quality of life in a great country, full stadiums, professional environment and the vision of the club that I can help shape a central role. That's why I signed for 2.5 years. I would really appreciate if we stay, "across the pond" in conjunction. I will keep you up to date here and tell you about my (football) adventure.

Yours, Torsten

he is adorable

i just want to pinch his little cheeks

[PopePouri]

Having this type of quality has effects not just on the field but on the training ground especially for the younger academy kids.

[Chevy]

JDG and DeRo in DC? That will set off DeRo again for his DP contract

Combine that with TFC signing two 30+ DP's and it would add up to a pretty shitty week. I might actually feel sorry for him.

[Mango Kid]

Can't say I for any reason have cheered on a team Frings played for so I always hated the guy. Nasty tackles, ornery...he's the PERFECT guy for this team right now. Freaking love it.

[TFCRegina]

So...how long until Harvey's starts selling Limited Time Only TFC Frings?

[LucaGol]

I like Frings ... but why did we sign another DM as a DP?

[Pachuco]

Catching up late on all this crazy news.
Intriguing. Got extremely excited when I saw we signed Torsten Frings. Scored what I believe to be the nicest World Cup goal in 2006. I don't have a problem with this signing even at his age. There are a lot of good things that can come out of this. His experience will be invaluable.

I think people are overhyping Koevermans though as a high profile player. Personally he's nowhere near that in my mind. But we'll see how he performs on the pitch. I do worry that all three of our DPs are a bit old. I know JDG isn't that old but he plays like he is.

If these two guys don't work out TFC is in deeeeep doodo.

[Pachuco]

I like Frings ... but why did we sign another DM as a DP?

I would expect he's going to be that AM we've all been looking for, I believe he is capable of playing there as well. Either that of JDG is gone and he'll pair up with Tchani?