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Saturday, July 17, 2004
Soccer: Beasley jumps the pond
One of America's premier players, 22-year-old DaMarcus Beasley, has finally completed a long-awaited move to Europe. The Chicago Fire midfielder has apparently agreed to transfer to PSV Eindhoven of the Dutch Eredivisie.
Though it's always sad to see one of MLS's few stars go abroad, it is ultimately in the best interests of both the player and the American game. Now DaMarcus can hone his skills in a more challenging league and European competition. This season could see a flood of young American stars folowing Beasley to Europe, as Bayer Leverkusen of Germany has all but promised to recall Landon Donovan (they own his rights, but loan him to MLS) and Bobby Convey's collapsed deal with Tottenham Hotspur (England) is rumored to be back on.
Congratulations and good luck to DaMarcus in his new venture. I'll be rooting for you.
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