Wright-Phillips signs DP deal with New York
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Harrison, NJ (SportsNetwork.com) - Red Bull New York announced on Wednesday that the club has signed forward Bradley Wright-Phillips as a Designated Player ahead of the 2015 MLS season.
Wright-Phillips joined New York midway through the 2013 season, but he really made his mark in 2014, his first full season with the club.
The Englishman tied the all-time single-season scoring record in MLS with 27 goals, while he was named the team's MVP and was selected to the MLS Best XI team.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}"Following his outstanding performances in 2014, which produced 31 goals in all competitions, the club has decided to make Bradley Wright-Phillips a MLS Designated Player," said New York Red Bulls sporting director Andy Roxburgh.
"Bradley is not only a prolific goal scorer, he is an excellent professional and a great team player who will be a big asset to the club in the coming seasons."
In addition to his scoring exploits in the regular season, Wright-Phillips managed to score four more times in four postseason matches as he helped New York reach the Eastern Conference finals.