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Former USMNT boss Gregg Berhalter reportedly a finalist for Chicago Fire role

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Gregg Berhalter departed the USMNT this summer following an early Copa America exit, ending his stint in charge of the national team on a low note. It doesn't appear he'll be out of a job for long, though, as several MLS clubs seem interested in bringing him into the fold.After <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/san-jose-earthquakes-usmnt-bosses-bruce-arena-gregg-berhalter-gio-savarese-robin-fraser-ian-russell-head-coach/blt162651a8cea44fe8" target="_self">reports linked Berhalter to the San Jose Earthquakes job</a> earlier this week, <a href="https://www.givemesport.com/mls-insider-notebook-berhalter-chicago/" target="_blank">GiveMeSport </a>reported on Thursday that Berhalter is a finalist for the Chicago Fire's sporting director vacancy. The club is reportedly considering the prospect of also naming Berhalter as head coach, although current boss Frank Klopas would be expected to remain at the club in that scenario.Berhalter is reportedly considering his options as he decides whether to return to MLS or go for a job in Europe.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The move would be a logical one for Berhalter, whose family is already based in Chicago due to his time with U.S. Soccer. The Fire are also a sleeping giant that, for years, has struggled to be awakened, and Berhalter could be the guy to try and change that.He could also hold out for Europe. Following the 2022 World Cup, there was reported interest from overseas, particularly due to the USMNT's tactical success against England. Much has changed in the two years since, obviously, but Berhalter could very well have his suitors overseas.Either way, Berhalter is a man in demand as he looks set to start his post-USMNT career in the future.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Prior to taking over as USMNT coach, Berhalter found success in charge of the Columbus Crew. Under Berhalter, the Crew went to the playoffs four times in five seasons, reaching the MLS Cup final in 2015, where they fell to the Portland Timbers. He also previously managed Swedish club Hammarby, becoming the first American-born manager to coach a team in Europe.

DID YOU KNOW?

Currently second-to-last in the East, the Fire are technically still alive in the MLS playoff race with three games remaining, but will need to win all three with lots of help. Up first is Saturday's match at home against Toronto before clashes with Charlotte FC and Nashville SC to close the season.

WHAT NEXT FOR THE CHICAGO FIRE?

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Former U.S. men&apos;s national team coach Gregg Berhalter is reportedly a finalist for a job with the Chicago Fire.