According to the latest report by The Athletic football reporter Paul Tenorio and Sam Stejskal, the position of the American national team is actually not so attractive, so the American Football Association also has a headache.
Even if they are willing to play in the next 2026 Local World Cup, it will be difficult to find a manager who is significantly promoted, much higher than the manager of Burhalt.
According to several sources, American football has shown interest in Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola, who spent a year in the United States during his tenure in Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
Leeds United coach Jesse Marsh will no doubt be considered by the American Football Association, while other big-name coaches such as Zidane, Roberto Martinez, Marcelo Belsa and Luis Enrique are also in the transfer market.
Other less conspicuous coaches, such as former Peruvian coach Ricardo Gareca, may also be his choice. But if the American Football Association insists on a head coach who speaks fluent English, these options will be ruled out.
TA later revealed that the American Football Association may consider some ways to “take a part-time job.” As a short-term solution, some of the bigger coaches may be more interested in the job towards 2026.
It is worth noting that Guardiola recently signed an one-year guarantee contract with City Football Group, and both sides have the right to choose the following year. A source pointed out that well-known coaches are worth a lot of money, so a shorter contract also means saving some money for the American Football Association.
Finally, at least one person close to Burhalt believes that the coach will continue as head coach of the United States team if he gets the right contract. Another person pointed out that the decision depends not only on football. Burhalt’s family is happy in Chicago, the headquarters of the American Football Association, and if they change jobs, they will be forced to leave.