Spain’s Luis de la Fuente eyes USA manager role after Euro 2024 triumph

Spain's Luis de la Fuente, who won Euro 2024, is reportedly interested in becoming the next USA manager. De la Fuente, who led Spain to their fourth European title, is seeking a new challenge ahead of the 2026 World Cup. US soccer chiefs are keen to hire a "serial winner" for the upcoming World Cup, considering big names like Jurgen Klopp and Steve Cherundolo.

Spain's Luis De La Fuente Eyes Usa Manager Role After Euro 2024 Triumph
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Spain boss Luis de la Fuente, fresh off winning Euro 2024, is reportedly interested in becoming the next USA manager. The 63-year-old led Spain to their fourth European title by winning all seven matches, including a decisive final against England. According to the Washington Post, De la Fuente is seeking a new challenge ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

His representatives have already contacted the US Football Association, expressing his interest in the vacant position following Gregg Berhalter’s dismissal after a poor Copa America showing. US soccer chiefs are eager to hire a “serial winner” for the upcoming World Cup, considering big names like Liverpool legend Jurgen Klopp, who declined the offer, and LAFC boss Steve Cherundolo.

De la Fuente, contracted with Spain until July 2026, is expected to lead Spain to the World Cup but maybe using the US interest to leverage better recognition from the Spanish FA, according to Spanish football expert Guillem Balague. Additionally, Champions League-winning former Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has shown firm interest in the USA role.

Spain performance and stats

Spain

Manager: Luis De la Fuente Castillo
Rank 1st
Win 7
Draw 0
Loss 1
Goals 25-5
Diff 20
This season

It will be Spain ended the league in the position with points.

It has a even goal difference after scoring goals and conceding .​