"I will personally fly to Spain. I mean it" - USMNT legend Tim Howard believes he can 'lure' ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp back into management

USMNT legend Tim Howard said that he would be able to lure former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp back into management. He believes he can get the German tactician out of his hiatus to take charge of the US men's national team.

This comes after the USA was knocked out of the 2024 Copa America in the group stages. Their early exit has left Gregg Berhalter in a rather precarious position, as the USMNT head coach might struggle to keep his job. There have already been calls for another manager to take the reins, with the USA now setting their sights on the 2026 World Cup, which they will also host.

Former goalkeeper Tim Howard is of the clear opinion that the post should be vacated, making way for former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. He wrote in his column in Daily Mail (via GOAL):

"I am willing to help my country in any way I can. Proud to serve. So if I was in charge of US Soccer right now, I'd be on my way to the airport. Why? Because I believe I could make a very compelling argument to Jurgen Klopp to take over the US Men’s National Team.

"After the disappointment of Copa America, after the United States lost to Uruguay and exited at the group stages, I will personally fly to Spain. I mean it. I know Klopp has only been retired a few weeks and I know he wants a break. But if we sat around his villa in Spain, I think I could lure him over here. 100 percent."

The former Everton goalkeeper concluded:

"The money is certainly there. So my pitch would be simple: he has a young group of players who can play progressive, front-foot soccer - exactly like his Liverpool teams. And in two years’ time he can go to the biggest World Cup in history."

Howard is clearly convinced, but it may take more to convince Jurgen Klopp.

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Could Liverpool legend Jurgen Klopp opt to manage the USMNT?

It is unlikely Jurgen Klopp would be willing to take on the USMNT job after only recently exiting Anfield. The manager planned a hiatus to rest with his family, but Tim Howard may be able to convince him if it really does come down to it.

Before leaving Liverpool, the German tactician made it clear that he could no longer keep up with the fast-paced lifestyle of a top-level manager. He could view a move into international football as a more calming experience, with the focus mainly on tournaments rather than intense daily training sessions.

Currently, Berhalter remains the main man in charge of the USMNT. However, this situation could well change, but it does not seem like Klopp would be next in line, as the former Liverpool man is still enjoying his off time in Spain.