Position: Midfielder
Games Played: 32
Goals: 5
Assists: 9
Before inspiring a cult following, Julian Gressel arrived in Atlanta under the radar and outside of the spotlight via Providence College. But after starting and performing well in Atlanta United’s first-ever match against the New York Red Bulls, the German-born midfielder and current front-runner for MLS Rookie of the Year, quickly established himself alongside the Club’s more heralded stars.
What went right this season: Gressel adapted immediately to MLS and became an instant contributor in the team’s attack.