Major League Soccer (MLS) has revealed the roster construction models selected by its 29 clubs for the remainder of the 2024 season, providing clubs with increased flexibility in managing discretionary funds. The two models available are the Designated Player Model and the U22 Initiative Player Model, each offering unique benefits tailored to the club's roster-building strategy.

Nineteen clubs have opted for the Designated Player Model, while the remaining ten clubs have chosen the U22 Initiative Player Model. The Designated Player Model allows clubs up to three designated player spots and up to three U22 Initiative slots, while the U22 Initiative Player Model allows for the exchange of a Designated Player slot for a fourth U22 Initiative slot and additional General Allocation Money.

Among the comments across social media, discussions emerged regarding player discounts in relation to star acquisitions like Messi in Miami, the unique allure of certain cities for players, and the potential implications of roster rule adjustments on future transfer strategies.

Furthermore, there were mentions of structuring teams under city names rather than team names, calls for increasing DP slots, strategic considerations for maximizing roster construction benefits, and suggestions for other cities to elevate the league's overall quality.

As the MLS clubs set their roster construction models for the 2024 season, these decisions will shape team compositions and strategies for the remainder of the campaign, reflecting the evolving landscape of player allocation within the league.