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Philadelphia Union News

Union 2016 awards: From best goal to most surprising moment
After a crazy year that included many jaw-dropping ups and plenty of headshaking downs, Ryan Bright and Dave Zeitlin give out their Union 2016 awards.

MLS News

Dynamo acquire Colombian defensive midfielder on loan
Juan David Cabezas will arrive on loan from Colombian club Deportivo Cali.

Impact linked to Motta and Kone
Thiago Motta and Panagiotis Kone linked to Montreal.

Source: Colorado Rapids close to landing Adjei-Boateng from Manchester City
The 22-year-old box-to-box midfielder would fill the void left by the exit of Jermaine Jones.

REPORT: Columbus Crew SC to sign defender Jonathan Mensah
ESPN’s Taylor Twellman reports the Black & Gold will make the signing announcement soon.

Vancouver Whitecaps Terminate Contract with Masato Kudo
The Whitecaps continue to make changes to their roster

Jose Mourinho hints Bastian Schweinsteiger wouldn't come cheap for Chicago Fire
Teams better pony up for Schweinsteiger, Depay or Schneiderlin, the Man U boss says.

Sounders poised to sign two more Homegrown Players
Seyi Adekoya and Henry Wingo expected to sign ahead of MLS Super Draft, according to Goal.com.

Erik Friberg reportedly going back to Sweden
Swedish papers reporting that Friberg has signed with former club BK Hacken.

Atlanta United targeting big names in Mexico, Argentina for third DP spot
Who will be the third man?

Rest of the World News

Chelsea make it 13 straight wins Man United beat Boro Leicester win
Chelsea made it 13 consecutive league wins as they beat Stoke, while Man United came from behind to beat Middlesbrough and Liverpool saw off Man City.

Swansea City set to appoint Paul Clement as new manager
Swansea are set to appoint Paul Clement as their new manager, according to multiple reports following the Premier League club's 3-0 home loss.