But while AEG says goodbye to the current MLS champions, the company retains control of MLS franchises in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Jose, California.
According to the Washington Post, DC United president and CEO Kevin Payne and Washington area businessmen Willi Lauterbach and Tim Kissler paid AEG controlled by billionaire Philip Anschutz, an estimated $20 million for the team's operating rights, according to the Washington Post.
Under the MLS ownership structure, investors purchase an interest in the league and then retain operating rights for individual teams.
DC United yesterday lost 1-2 to Chelsea in the first ever game between the champions of England and the USA.
