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Kick Off: Is an Altidore-Defoe swap in the works? | Mix to NYC, Edu to Philly | Super pumped for SuperDraft

Here are the top 15 stories everyone's talking about today:

1. ALTIDORE FOR DEFOE?

TSN reported late on Tuesday night that Toronto FC and EPL side Sunderland could be involved in a swap deal for strikers Jozy Altidore and Jermain Defoe.

2. TFC KEEP BUSY

TSN's report also claimed that Toronto FC are "on the verge" of completing a deal for Juventus attacking midfielder/striker Sebastian Giovinco. The Italian international would supposedly join the club in July. Meanwhile, the Reds completed one bit of business on Tuesday, re-signing defender Mark Bloom.

3. ALL MIX-ED UP

It's over: Mix Diskerud has finally joined MLS, signing with New York City FC on Tuesday. The US international, who won't occupy a DP slot, joins his new side on a free transfer, and whileDiskerud seems thrilled to be heading to New York, head coach Jason Kreis seems just as happy to have him.

4. EDU STAYING IN PHILLY

After some will-he-won't-he stuff that, midfielder Maurice Edu has completed his permanent move from Stoke City to the Philadelphia Union. Last year, while on loan from the Potters, he appeared in 31 league matches for the side.

5. HOW TO FOLLOW THE MLS SUPERDRAFT

Speaking of Philly, that's where Thursday's MLS SuperDraft, presented by adidas, will take place. Fans will be able to watch a live stream on MLSsoccer.com (12:30 pm ET) and listen live on Sirius XM. US legend and MLS Cup winner John Harkes will be part of the expert panel. MLSsoccer.com will also have a real-time draft-tracker and live chat for you to participate in. Get all your SuperDraft info here .

6. DRAFT PROSPECTS

MLS announced on Tuesday that it had signed four more college seniors. One of them is Saad Abdul-Salaam, whose best friend is already plying his trade with Columbus Crew SC. Another player who turned heads at the Combine has a familiar father with plenty of Premier League experience. know who some of the potential picks are on Thursday? Here

7. ANOTHER STIKER FOR ORLANDO?

Orlando City appear close to signing Northern Ireland international Martin Paterson. The 27-year-old striker has links with the Lions from his days playing for Stoke City, which were formerly part-owned by current OCSC co-owner Phil Rawlins.

8. MALONEY OPTS FOR ANOTHER EPL CLUB

Despite being hopeful of signing Scottish international midfielder Shaun Maloney, the Chicago Fire will have to explore other options, as reports on Tuesday suggest that English side Leicester City have won his signature.

9. PERKINS JOINS SEATTLE

The Seattle Sounders added veteran goalkeeper Troy Perkins on Tuesday, and despite Stefan Frei's position as the presumed number one, Perkins insists "they want me to come and compete."

10. MORRIS SEES SOUNDERS IN HIS FUTURE

Jordan Morris recently made the decision to stay at Stanford for another year, but, worry not Seattle Sounders fans, the young Sounders academy product and US international says he's "definitely going to Seattle" when his college days are over.

11. SALT LAKE SIGNINGS

Real Salt Lake had a busy Tuesday. After announcing the re-signing of Aaron Maund and Abdoulie Mansally, the club also signed 21-year-old Homegrown defender Phanuel Kavita.

12. COYLE'S NEW EXPERIENCE

While the MLS combine and SuperDraft will be new for the players involved, it also represents a first for the Houston Dynamo's new head coach Owen Coyle. However, so far at least, the Scotsman seems to be enjoying the experience.

13. MARCELIN GLAD TO BE BACK

Having spent the previous two years in the NASL, James Marcelin has returned to MLS, signing with Sporting Kansas City. The midfielder, who previously played for the Portland Timbers and FC Dallas, talked about what he wants to achieve this year with SKC and the Haitian national team.

14. CAN US U-20S GET BACK ON TRACK?

After a draw and a loss in their two opening matches at the CONCACAF U-20 Championships, the US team takes on Aruba today (5:30 pm ET, Fox Sports 2). USMNT head coach Jurgen Klinsmann is confident the youngsters can still advance.

15. HYNDMAN GOES BACK TO WORK

Former FC Dallas head coach Schellas Hyndman is back where he belongs: on the sideline. The 63-year-old is set to become the head coach of the Grand Canyon University's mens soccer program.

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