Crew Coach Wilfried Nancy Stays Mum on USMNT Job Link
Columbus Crew coach Wilfried Nancy has refused to confirm or deny speculation linking him to the vacant USMNT job, stating he’s "ready for the moments" in life. The 47-year-old French coach has been touted as a potential replacement for Gregg Berhalter, who was axed after the USMNT’s dismal Copa America campaign.
Speaking ahead of the MLS All-Star Game in Columbus, Nancy remained coy about his interest in the USMNT role, saying, "I don’t control this kind of thing." When asked if he’d be interested in taking the job, he replied, "I’ll see what’s going to be next in the future."
Nancy has been praised for his impressive work at Columbus, leading the Crew to an MLS Cup title last year. He became the first Black coach to win the league title in his first season. The former defender has a reputation for being humble and focused on the present, rather than looking too far ahead.
So, what’s the latest on the USMNT job? Sources suggest that sporting director Matt Crocker is prioritizing European-based coaches, with names like Jürgen Klopp, Mauricio Pochettino, Patrick Vieira, and Thomas Tuchel reportedly in the mix.
For now, Nancy remains a longshot to take over the USMNT job, but you can’t rule him out entirely. After all, the Crew coach has already made history in MLS, and who knows what the future holds?
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