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Football News: US international decides to return to school

Seattle Sounders academy prospect Jordan Morris, the first active collegian to get a cap for the US national side, has decided to return to college for another year, at least, rather than signing a professional deal with the Sounders.

The 20 year old will now see out his junior year in Stanford University, despite the Sounders sporting director, Chris Henderson, having suggested they expected him to sign with them.

"Playing professionally is a dream of mine and I feel that Stanford will prepare me extremely well to realize that goal, but also for life after soccer," Morris said in the press release announcing his decision.

"I am fortunate to have the opportunity to represent this university both on and off the field and look forward to working with my teammates to make our 2015 season a success."

Written by Tris Burke January 03 2015 05:30:36