Mauricio Pochettino in talks with Milan amid broader interest as US open World Cup camp
Summary
Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the US men's national soccer team, has discussed becoming the next manager of Italian club Milan. US Soccer officials acknowledge interest from European clubs but say Pochettino is focused on preparing the US team for the upcoming World Cup.Key Facts
- Mauricio Pochettino has had talks with AC Milan about managing the club next season.
- US Soccer CEO JT Batson confirmed there has been ongoing club interest in Pochettino for several years.
- Batson said US Soccer is focused on the World Cup and did not confirm contract extension talks with Pochettino.
- Succession planning for all US national teams and top executive roles happens monthly at US Soccer.
- Players, including midfielder Tyler Adams, say Pochettino remains fully focused on training and not distracted by the talks.
- The US team played a friendly against Senegal on May 28 and will play Germany before the World Cup.
- The US opens the World Cup on June 12 against Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium.
- Pochettino’s World Cup role with the US team is expected to be his last before possibly returning to European club coaching.
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