When it comes to hiring a premier international manager for the U.S. men's national team, the U.S. Soccer Federation is prepared to invest significantly in compensation. Historically, the USSF solely funded the USMNT manager's salary, which has increased over time. For instance, Bob Bradley received $941,647 in 2011, while Jürgen Klinsmann was paid $3.2 million in 2014. Gregg Berhalter earned $2.3 million, including a $900,000 bonus for qualifying for the 2022 World Cup.
Compared to other countries, the USSF's previous spending on managers was relatively low, leading to speculation about their ability to attract high-profile coaches. The federation is now considering hiring a foreign manager, which could require a substantial increase in compensation. For example, former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp reportedly earned €50 million annually.
