Michael Bustamante named head coach of Boston City FC

Michael Bustamante playing for the New York Red Bulls in 2013. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Michael Bustamante (Chelsea, Mass.) was considered among the brightest young prospects in Major League Soccer when he joined the New York Red Bulls in 2013.

Now, Bustamante has become one of the NPSL’s youngest coaches after being named to guide Boston City FC on Wednesday. Bustamante, 29, replaces former Brazilian national team star Palhinha, who resigned last year after coaching BCFC during its first three seasons.

“I’m definitely excited for the new opportunity,” Bustamante said. “My [playing] career is past me and I’m 100 percent focused on coaching.”