With Mauricio Pochettino reportedly close to joining Manchester United, the U.S. men's national team could soon be searching for a new head coach. The position is considered attractive due to a new national training center, an established player pool, and emerging young talent.
Potential Candidates
B.J. Callaghan, currently at Nashville SC, is viewed as the top American candidate after leading Nashville to a league-record 77 points in the 2024 MLS regular season and previously guiding the USMNT to the 2023 Concacaf Nations League title.
Wilfried Nancy, a free agent after a brief spell at Celtic, has a track record of adapting to different resource levels, which could be valuable in international football where squad availability fluctuates.
Steve Cherundolo, overseeing the U.S. U-23 side, was seen as a longer-term successor but may be considered sooner given the accelerated timeline.
Pep Guardiola, currently a free agent, is reported by The Athletic to be the federation's top target if they pursue a high-profile hire, similar to their previous interest in Jürgen Klopp.
Roberto Martinez, also a free agent, has experience managing Belgium and Portugal but his recent international record makes him a less favored option compared to domestic candidates.
