The change everyone knew was coming finally occurred this morning in Toronto. Toronto FC manager Mo Johnston moved upstairs to a director of soccer role, vacating the sidelines and consolidating his control over player personnel.

In his stead comes former Leeds United and Newcastle United assistant manager John Carver. Carver, most recently number two to Kevin Blackwell at cash-strapped Luton Town (English League One), joins TFC with no tangible managerial experience.

Aside from two stints as caretaker manager, Carver has never held a top job. His experience primarily rests with the day-to-day work on the training pitch. While he should have the tools to manage successfully at this level, there is nothing but conjecture to back up that promise.

The uncertainty raises significant questions for TFC moving forward in terms of tactics and direction.

Will Johnston remain engaged in the on-field proceedings or will he give the new man leeway to operate? Does Carver have the tactical nous and requisite personality to helm a side? Can Carver overcome the Sammy Lee/Steve Wigley/Peter Grant/Brian Kidd disease (accomplished coaches or assistant managers who couldn’t take over the reins full time)?

One thing is certain: Johnston’s oft-stated desire to step away from the sidelines and focus on the transfer market propelled this move. Whether it turns into a positive for the Canadian side remains to be seen.