USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams is hoping his country brings in a “ruthless” manager after parting ways with Gregg Berhalter.
The US faced a premature exit from their home Copa America tournament, leading to the dismissal of Berhalter.
Since then, the likes of Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino have been touted as potential replacements, but there is no major news on who will step into the role next.
Speaking to Men in Blazers, Adams said: “For myself and the young team and kind of where we’re at, I think we need someone that’s almost a little bit ruthless coming in and putting everyone in their place and understanding that ‘listen, this is what needs to be done and this is the way that we’re gonna do it.’
“And there’s no really ifs, ands or buts, it’s not really a conversation, it has to be more of a decision that’s made and this is the way we’re gonna play.”
Whoever comes in will be in charge of leading the USMNT towards the World Cup in 2026.
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They have a pass into the tournament group stages for hosting, but must improve if they are to do any significant damage against the world’s best teams.
That is why Adams is keen to work with a proven coach, rather than a gamble.
He added: “I think that’s always the best way when you have a short period of time.
“You see it in the Premier League all the time when managers gets sacked after three games, four games, the best way to get results is bringing someone in and having someone that you know what they’re going to do before they even come in.
“I don’t think we have a huge amount of time if everyone wants to focus on the goal is 2026 World Cup and we want the best result possible then you have to get someone who’s gotten results.”
