The USMNT head coach is reportedly on the verge of sealing a move to Manchester United, and the big question is already hanging heavy: who steps into that chair next? It’s a massive shift, and right now, there’s no clear answer for the national team.
Who Takes Over The Helm?
It’s tough to pinpoint who could be the next leader for the USMNT when a move like this hits. Mauricio Pochettino heading to Manchester United is huge, and it leaves a real void. We’re talking about the leadership of our national team here, and the silence on a successor is definitely noticeable.
Back in April, even before the 2026 World Cup, the US Soccer Federation was talking a big game about their readiness for exactly this kind of situation. JT Batson, the federation CEO, told ESPN that they’ve got a “process of, on a regular basis, always reviewing sort of succession planning for all of our key roles.” He even said, “We’re ready when anything happens, whether it’s CFO, whether it’s a head coach or anything in between.” Well, “anything” is happening right now, and the clarity we were promised? It’s just not there yet. The USMNT needs a plan, and they need it fast.
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Originally reported by The Guardian.
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