Milan discusses hiring USA coach Pochettino after Allegri’s dismissal.

By Adegboyega Adeleye

AC Milan have begun discussions with Mauricio Pochettino regarding the club’s vacant managerial position after the dismissal of Massimiliano Allegri.

Pochettino, who is currently in charge of the United States national team, is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The Argentine coach has reportedly held initial talks with the Serie A giants, according to the BBC, as Milan accelerate its search for a new head coach ahead of the next season.

At 54, Pochettino’s contract with the United States Soccer Federation is set to expire after the World Cup, making him a viable candidate for a return to club football.

After a training session on Thursday, Pochettino said he had not met with Milan officials personally but acknowledged that his representatives might be involved in future discussions.

“Maybe, possible, because they need to do their job,” he replied when asked if his representatives had spoken with Milan.

He added, “We have friends everywhere and my representative works for me in trying to find the best possibility for the future. That is normal.”

Despite the speculation, the former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur manager emphasized that his immediate focus remains leading the United States at the World Cup.

Pochettino took charge of the USA national team in September 2024 and is expected to guide the Americans into the tournament on home soil next month.

US Soccer chief executive JT Batson dismissed rumors that the Argentine is already preparing to leave, describing him as “incredibly transparent” about interest from other clubs.

Pochettino has not managed at club level since leaving Chelsea after the 2023-24 campaign, where he steered the Blues to a sixth‑place Premier League finish and a Carabao Cup final.

Prior to Chelsea, he won the Ligue 1 title and French Cup with Paris Saint‑Germain and famously led Tottenham to the 2019 UEFA Champions League final.

Milan are searching for a new manager after sacking Allegri following a disappointing campaign.

The Rossoneri missed out on Champions League qualification for the second consecutive season after finishing fifth in Serie A, despite securing a place in the Europa League.

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