Well he isnt going to get a contract in the MLS for this season. Its almost over now. And if he doesnt get something before their next season begins he will really struggle to convince a manager he is not a big risk. He needs a contract soon or it will become too hard.
So, if he cant play inthe US in the short term, Phoenix would be a next best option. Still has to leave the fiancee in LA but at least he can get some home cooking from his Mum and play in his home town amongst lads he knows. More attractive and enjoyable for him and more marketable to the better half than going to Shenzen Ruby I imagine.
If he gets a 10 game stint that also means he's not leaving the missus for too long, although I can imagine that might not be ideal from a PHoenix point of view, bc if he is a success and gets our midfield ticking, then he is still going to disappear before hte business end of the season.