La Roja’s New Frontier: Luis De La Fuente Could Be Heading to the USA
Just days after guiding Spain to their record-breaking fourth European Championship title, manager Luis de la Fuente could be on the move. The 63-year-old is reportedly considering a switch to the United States national team, according to a report from the Washington Post.
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De La Fuente’s impressive stint with La Roja has seen him win all seven of their matches in the tournament, with the team playing a thrilling brand of football. Despite his success, his contract with the Spanish FA is valid until July 2026, and they expect him to lead the team into the World Cup that year.
However, with the USMNT struggling to find their footing, De La Fuente’s representatives have apparently emailed U.S. Soccer to express interest in the vacant head coach position. The federation is on the hunt for a new manager to whip the national team into shape ahead of the 2026 World Cup, and De La Fuente’s impressive track record could make him an attractive candidate.
U.S. Soccer have already turned down former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp, so De La Fuente could be the next best thing. But what would this mean for the Spanish national team? With a relatively low wage, De La Fuente’s representatives may be trying to negotiate a better deal. After all, his current salary is a fraction of what Gareth Southgate earns as England boss.
Should De La Fuente make the move, former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez would reportedly be keen to take over La Roja. It’s an interesting twist in the world of international football, and one that could have significant implications for both the Spanish and American teams.
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