Sporting Kansas City has appointed David Lee as President of Soccer Operations & General Manager. Lee joins from New York City FC, where he was Sporting Director. Lee has over a decade of experience in the role, having joined New York City FC in 2014 as Director of Player Recruitment. He was promoted to Technical Director in 2017 and then to Sporting Director in 2019. Under his guidance, New York City FC has been one of the most consistently strong teams across MLS, including winning the 2021 MLS Cup. Lee will bring his expertise to Sporting Kansas City, where he will oversee the club's soccer operations and general management. He will work closely with the team's management and coaching staff to drive the club's success on and off the pitch. Lee's appointment is a significant boost to Sporting Kansas City, which is looking to build on its recent success. The club has been one of the top teams in MLS in recent years, and Lee's experience and expertise will help to drive the club's continued growth and success. Lee's last day at New York City FC will be Monday, October 6. He will begin his new role at Sporting Kansas City immediately. The club has begun its search for a new Sporting Director and will update fans as soon as the right candidate has been identified. Lee's appointment is a significant coup for Sporting Kansas City, which is looking to build on its recent success. The club has been one of the top teams in MLS in recent years, and Lee's experience and expertise will help to drive the club's continued growth and success. Lee's appointment is a testament to the club's commitment to building a strong and successful team. The club is looking forward to working with Lee and is excited about the opportunities that he will bring to the team.