Former Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is close to agreeing a deal to become the new USA men’s team head coach, with talks at an advanced stage.
Mauricio Pochettino, the former manager of Chelsea, is nearing a deal to become the head coach of the US men’s national soccer team. He has been in talks with US Soccer and is expected to lead the team into the 2026 World Cup. Pochettino has previously managed Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain and has a wealth of experience in the Premier League. He has never managed a national team before, but his experience and profile make him a strong candidate for the position.