With the 2024 Major League Soccer season winding down with Decision Day on Oct. 19, several teams already begin the early stage of the offseason in identifying players to move for once the winter transfer window opens. This goes for not only teams already eliminated from postseason contention, but also teams working toward the MLS Cup now and for seasons ahead. Charlotte FC is already headed to the postseason while D.C. United hopes to clinch a spot in the playoffs on the final matchday—but both teams will no doubt look to improve their squads in the offseason regardless of their finish in the playoffs. The same can be said for Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference. The Sounders rebounded