FC Dallas keeping Kenny Cooper

By DIEGO APARICIO Al Día daparicio@aldiatx.com FC Dallas forward Kenny Cooper, who has caught the eye of overseas teams in recent weeks, will remain with the club for the rest of the season. FC Dallas turned down several offers for the 23-year-old Jesuit graduate during the current transfer window, general manager Michael Hitchcock said Tuesday in a statement. FC Dallas' Kenny Cooper has scored 11 goals this season. "Winning championships is our priority, and we feel strongly that Kenny will continue to be an important part of our success as we compete for the MLS Cup this year and in the future," Hitchcock said. Cooper has 11 goals in 18 MLS matches this season and has grabbed the attention of Norway's Rosenborg and England's Cardiff City. The MLS All-Star has two option years left on his contract with FC Dallas. "We respect... [read full story]