“Thierry Henry is one of my favorite players of all time. He has spoken in the past about coming to MLS to play soccer. I am now in a position with the Seattle franchise to consider such a player. It would be irresponsible of me not to explore and consider a possibility like this.”
— Adrian Hanauer, part owner and general manager of the Seattle franchise that will enter MLS in 2009, on rumors that the club is pursuing French striker Thierry Henry, currently with Barcelona. (Seattle P-I)