Brotherly Game Daily Links: Union trio amongst MLS surprises

Philadelphia Union News

Ten years later, is Chester better now with a soccer stadium?
Much like the team, the city it calls home has had its challenges in the last decade, which included the Great Recession. But now, both the Union and the City of Chester say they are starting to see rewards for their perseverance.

Day in the Life with Union coach Jim Curtin
A day in the life for Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin begins early-- around 5:30 a.m.

MLS News

The top 10 surprise performers of the MLS first half of 2019
Jamiro Monteiro and Kai Wagner make the list, with Kacper Przybylko making the honorable mentions.

MLS Power Rankings: Minnesota United stake claim on Top 10
Union raise to three this week.

Toronto FC sign winger Erickson Gallardo
Gallardo looks to be a quick winger who can cross the ball and score goals, all things that Toronto FC are in need of right now.

New England Revolution in final negotiations with Gustavo Bou
Bou, 29, is in final negotiations to join the Revolution from Mexico’s Tijuana, two sources told Pro Soccer USA.

Frank de Boer laughs off “ridiculous” Pity Martinez loan rumors
Rumors are plentiful, especially when the transfer windows open around the world, but Frank de Boer isn’t having it.

Fire Agree To Amended Stadium Lease With Bridgeview
Per the announcement, the club are now free to move their home games and front office operations to another facility in the Chicagoland area.