Brotherly Game Daily Links 12/14/17

Philadelphia Union News

Former Union coach John Hackworth wants another shot at working in MLS
"I'm a prideful person, I'm ambitious, and I know that I want to go back into the pro game," he said while in town to watch his oldest son play in the NCAA College Cup.

MLS News

Portland Timbers Trade Darlington Nagbe to Atlanta United; The End of an Era
The Portland Timbers have been a Major League Soccer side since 2011 and for the entirety of their time in the league, Darlington Nagbe has been a fixture on the team.

Houston Dynamo complete full transfer for Alberth Elis
The Dynamo got their panther. Honduran forward goes from loan to permanent player in Houston.

Atlanta United signs Venezuelan defender Jose Hernandez
Will the Venezuelan U-20 international compete for a first-team role?

Crew SC trades for goalkeeper Jon Kempin from LA Galaxy
Columbus gets Zack Steffen’s backup.

Rumor: LAFC “likely” to land Sacha Kljestan
A trade for one of the best playmakers in MLS would be a blockbuster.

Ezequiel Barco to MLS? Why Atlanta United's pursuit of the $14M 'New Aguero' breaks new ground
Atlanta United could make a huge transfer splash if the Major League Soccer club sign Ezequiel Barco.

Rest of the World News

Manchester City maintain 11 point lead and Manchester United win as Liverpool Arsenal held
Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham won but Liverpool and Arsenal were held and fell further behind the Premier League's top teams.