Pochettino weighing US Soccer contract offer

Mauricio Pochettino is weighing his future with the U.S. national soccer team, with a decision on a contract extension expected next week. The 54-year-old coach confirmed he is considering an offer from the U.S. Soccer Federation to continue his project beyond the 2026 World Cup, which ended in disappointment with the host nation eliminated in the round of 16.

Despite the setback, U.S. Soccer appears to retain confidence in the former Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea manager. Reports suggest they have offered him a new contract that would extend his tenure through the 2030 World Cup. Pochettino, who earns approximately $6 million annually, making him the highest-paid coach in U.S. soccer history, stated he needs to evaluate all aspects before making a final decision.

"We are evaluating the situation and looking at everything. U.S. Soccer has made an offer for me to continue, and we will see. Next week we will make a decision," Pochettino told Spanish radio station Cadena Cope. Following the team's loss, he had previously acknowledged needing time to rest before discussing his future with the national team. His appointment after the 2022 World Cup was met with high hopes of developing a new generation of U.S. talent, but the failure to capitalize on home advantage has drawn significant criticism.

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We are evaluating the situation and looking at everything. U.S. Soccer has made an offer for me to continue, and we will see. Next week we will make a decision.