The Daily Dirt, July 19: Don’t You Want Me

Is Jason Kreis the most coveted coach in MLS history?

After the news broke about Orlando discussing their vacancy with him, fans across the country are waiting to see where he ends up. There are large segments of the fanbase in Atlanta and Seattle who are hoping their clubs are still in the mix. Orlando City beat writer Alicia DelGallo of the Orlando Sentinel confirmed that Kreis is one of the names on the Lions’ shortlist.

Orlando president Phil Rawlins hinted at other “big names” on the list as well.

The Lions are trying to get someone in the role for the long haul quickly so they can try to salvage this transfer window and reinforce their roster.

On the Atlanta front, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Doug Roberson has filed two great interviews with young Atlanta United talents Andrew Carleton and Jeffrey Otoo. Both players are with the Charleston Battery in the USL and their coach Mike Anhaeuser spoke highly of their talent. Specifically noted were Carleton’s vision and passing in the final third and Otoo’s powerful shot from distance.

#VillalbaWatch continues as Rob Usry catches you up on the latest conjecture about Tito.

Domestic

Portland decides that Jake Gleeson is their answer at GK, transfer Adam Kwarasey to Rosenborg in Norway (Stumptown Footy)

Harrison Afful’s red card has been rescinded by the Independent Review Panel (Columbus Crew)

Veljko Paunovic prioritizes the US Open Cup ahead of Chicago’s quarterfinal (CSN Chicago)

Galaxy sign promising academy prospect Hugo Arellano to their USL team (LA Galaxy)

Red Bulls not in the market for Diego Forlan, but still shopping (Once a Metro)

Great look at Antonio Nocerino and his adjustment to MLS and Orlando (Red Nation Online)

International

Is Sam Allardyce the right choice for England? (SB Nation)

Steve Bruce holds talks with the FA about the job (BBC)

Let the Pogba sweepstakes begin (Sky Sports)

Paul Scholes still has it, ruining lives in 7v7:

Local

Braves fall 8-2 to Cincinnati (Talking Chop)

How does the Hawks depth chart look ahead of training camp? (Peachtree Hoops)

Behind the scenes at SEC Media Days (Dawg Sports)

ACC Network on the way? (From the Rumble Seat)