The USMNT may be on the verge of losing current manager Mauricio Pochettino to Manchester United.

Reports emerged earlier in the week that Pochettino was being lined up to become their next manager should they part with Michael Carrick.

Now, it has been confirmed on Thursday that the ex-midfielder has been sacked by the Manchester outfit and amid his exit, it’s looking likely that Pochettino will be the man to replace him.

That will leave the USMNT needing to find a new manager and on that front, former Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola is being linked.

Though it is yet to be confirmed if the USA have approached Pep about the role, he is expected to be a top target.

Guardiola has never managed in America before, having previously worked in Spain, Germany and England as a coach. But he does appear to be a fan of US sports and was previously asked about American sporting icons.

During an interview with FIFA back in June 2025, Guardiola was asked: “The United States boasts an impressive sporting history. Do you admire any athletes from the country in particular?”

He responded: “To two legends, Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods, who have revolutionized their sports worldwide.”

Jordan won six NBA championships during his career and secured five MVP awards. As for Woods, he secured 15 major championships in golf.