Former Chelsea star Didier Drogba signs with Phoenix Rising to become player-owner

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Former Chelsea star Didier Drogba has joined Phoenix Rising as a player-owner and is set play for one season with the second-division club before transitioning into an executive management role.

Drogba played for Montreal Impact after a decorated career with Chelsea in England.

“I have taken my time in deciding what I wanted to do next and am really excited about the opportunity at Phoenix Rising FC,” Drogba said.

“After seeing first hand the potential for expansion of the sport in North America and getting to know the ownership group in Phoenix, I am convinced that I can help them develop their organization on and off the pitch. I look forward to their continued success in the USL, and no city is better positioned than Phoenix for expansion into the MLS.”